Bezalel Smotrich
IDF Disabled Veterans Organization warns of 'national disaster' amid exclusion in defense budget
The warnings came amid debate in 2026 defense spending discussions, in which the Finance Ministry rejected the Defense Ministry's petitions to increase spending by NIS 40 billion.
Released Gaza hostage Eli Sharabi blasts Netanyahu's October 7 joke as 'disgrace'
Gaza war could have ended a year earlier, achieved more Hamas disarmament, ex-hostage chief says
Netanyahu said ‘voluntary migration’ from Gaza still on table, avoided ruling out settlements
'A bloody wake-up call': Israeli politicians, officials condemn deadly terror shooting attack
One person was killed, and five others were wounded in the attack, which began at Kochav Yair and continued on past Tsur Yitshak, Tsur Natan, and Selait.
Explaining Israel's elections: Ten scenarios Israelis should prepare for in 2026 - opinion
There could be five races again with no coalition formed, as we had before, and we might end up staying in election mode for quite some time.
Hardline right-wing MKs Ben-Gvir, Smotrich banned from travel to Ireland - report
Reports cited Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin, who told reporters that he had heard from Ireland's Justice Ministry that Ben-Gvir and Smotrich had been banned.
Netanyahu will bring Hezbollah agreement to Security Cabinet if one is agreed, PM tells ministers
Ben-Gvir, Eli Cohen, and other ministers called for harsher measures against Hezbollah, while Finance Minister Smotrich argued that a ceasefire under current conditions would be a major success.
Knesset approves tax benefits for West Bank settlements amid opposition criticism
The Knesset approved a bill granting tax benefits to West Bank settlements, with Finance Minister Smotrich calling it recognition for residents living under a security threat.
Gov't greenlights NIS 13b. for shelters, infrastructure in Israel's North
Netanyahu issued a statement shortly after the approval, naming the proposal as his and Smotrich's product, although the prime minister was absent for much of the approval meeting on Tuesday evening.
Smotrich’s surprise appearance at Israel Day Parade sparks backlash from NY and Jewish leaders
Smotrich’s surprise appearance at New York’s Israel Day Parade drew condemnation from city, state, and Jewish leaders, who said he was not invited to join the march.
Mossad int'l relations head steps down following Gofman appointment - report
Other senior Mossad officials are expected to follow suit in the coming days, KAN added.
Smotrich flies to Washington to meet Latin American leaders, expand Isaac Accords
The minister is scheduled to return to Israel as early as Wednesday, after conducting an intensive marathon of meetings in the United States with key Latin American figures.
Gov't postpones decision to give aid to North, amid escalating Hezbollah strikes
The delay also comes as local northern authority heads have called for urgent government aid and IDF action.
