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Netanyahu Demands Additional NIS 50 Billion for Defense Budget Expansion Amid Treasury Tensions
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First reported by Globes · 6 hours ago
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Prime Minister Netanyahu has demanded an additional NIS 50 billion to Israel's defense budget expansion, escalating tensions with the Treasury. The Defense Ministry awaits the release of previously agreed funds while the Treasury warns of fiscal risks and service cuts. The dispute unfolds ahead of the October elections amid concerns over budget feasibility and procurement transparency.
- 01Netanyahu demands NIS 50 billion increase to defense budget, raising it to NIS 400 billion over a decade.
- 02Defense Ministry awaits immediate release of NIS 15 billion and additional NIS 25 billion by year-end.
- 03New funds intended for northern fortifications, foreign advocacy, and U.S. arms purchases.
- 04Treasury warns budget increase may harm public services without efficiency improvements.
- 05Authorization for NIS 130 billion future defense procurement still pending from Treasury.
- 06Finance Minister Smotrich opposes tax hikes and criticizes Defense Ministry procurement methods.
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