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Israel Restarts State-Backed Cargo Insurance Against War and Terror Risks from September 1
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 1 hour ago
What happened
Israel will restart a government-backed cargo insurance program on September 1, 2026, to cover war and terror risks. This move aims to support importers and exporters amid private insurers' reluctance to cover heightened security threats, ensuring supply chain continuity and trade stability.
- 01Israel resumes state-backed cargo insurance against war and terror risks from September 1, 2026.
- 02The program supports importers and exporters facing private insurers' reluctance amid security threats.
- 03Previously active until June, it insured over $1 billion in cargo for dozens of businesses.
- 04The government acts as a last-resort insurer to maintain supply chain continuity.
- 05Without this coverage, trade costs could rise and shipping operations might reduce.
- 06Officials call the program a national protection layer ensuring trade stability during insecurity.
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