Israel Plans Tens of Billions Shekels Increase to 2026 Defense Budget Amid Treasury Dispute
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First reported by Ynet · 1 hour ago
What happened
Israel will increase its 2026 defense budget by tens of billions of shekels after disputes between the Finance and Defense Ministries. This will require reopening the 2026 budget law and likely raising government spending. Prime Minister Netanyahu plans to secure further increases for 2027 and 2028, while Finance Minister Smotrich demands the rise not increase the deficit. The move follows recommendations for a decade-long defense budget boost and heightened tensions after the October 7 attacks.
- 01Israel will increase the 2026 defense budget by tens of billions of shekels after ministry disputes.
- 02Reopening the 2026 budget law will require three Knesset readings and higher government spending.
- 03Netanyahu aims to formalize further defense budget increases for 2027 and 2028 soon.
- 04Finance Minister Smotrich insists the increase must not raise the deficit, seeking funding from tax surprises.
- 05The defense budget deal totals about 350 billion shekels over ten years, far above earlier recommendations.
- 06The next government will face tighter budget limits and must finance current commitments or increase the deficit.
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