Netanyahu Explores Blockchain as Sanction Alternative Amid Growing International Pressure

Netanyahu also warned that substantial U.S. defense aid is likely to end due to political changes in America, advising Israelis to prepare for this shift and emphasizing the need for Israel to achieve armament independence. He noted that the current level of support might not continue after President Donald Trump's term.

These developments follow a new database launched by the Jewish People Policy Institute, which reveals that 62 countries have implemented 121 restrictive measures against Israel, with 93 currently in effect. The financial sector is the most targeted with 40 measures, followed by security and trade. Spain leads with 10 measures, followed by the United States with eight, and the United Kingdom with seven.

Additionally, over 60 economists, academics, and former public service officials have warned that international actions against Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria could severely damage Israel's economy and increase the cost of living. The economists cited community expansion and Jewish violence as reasons for the growing international pressure, urging policy changes to prevent further economic isolation.