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Israeli Government Approves Controversial 100 Million Shekel Budget for Jewish Diaspora Education

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First reported by Arutz Sheva · Jun 28, 2026

What happened

The Israeli government approved a 100 million shekel budget to support Jewish education in the diaspora, managed by the Prime Minister's Office amid JFNA leaders' visit. The funds were allocated before a detailed plan was created, sourced from mandatory interest payments, and timed just before elections amid domestic educational challenges.

01Israeli government approved 100 million shekels for Jewish diaspora education under PM's Office pressure.
02Budget approved before a detailed spending plan was developed, with principles due in 30 days.
03Funds come from mandatory interest payments, not a regular government budget.
04Prime Minister's Office will manage the program, not the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs.
05JFNA leaders were visiting Israel during the budget approval and will match the state's funding.
06Timing coincides with election season and reports of poor domestic education performance.

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