Budget
No-bid White House contract awarded for ballroom construction to tune of $500 b.
US President Donald Trump was directly involved in negotiating some costs for the ballroom, A Washington Post report said.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveils £15 billion UK defense plan as legacy project
Your Investments: Getting back to basics for a secure financial future
Pentagon tells US lawmakers it needs $80 billion for Iran war costs, other bills - report
Your Taxes: Surly surtax
As part of the 2025 budget tax package, the Knesset passed an amendment that expands and increases what is sometimes known as the “Rich Man’s Tax” on high-income taxpayers.
Smotrich to haredim – don’t condition budget on IDF draft bill
Smotrich argued that the haredi parties should support the budget regardless – and then could topple the government over the draft, if they wished.
How to teach teens smart money habits and budgeting - opinion
Discover practical tips for teaching teens financial responsibility, from saving strategies to budgeting skills, for a secure future.
2024 deficit 6.9% of GDP, 2025 budget must be passed, says accountant-general
The provisional budget is much lower than the proposed budget for 2025, and it is impossible to continue to function over time without passing the 2025 budget, the accountant-general said.
Ben-Gvir agrees to vote with coalition after alleged ‘progress’ in budget negotiations
According to the statement, the Prime Minister instructed the parties to reach finalized agreements within seven days.
Future of the IDF: Nagel Commission issues report on transforming military
Its mandate did not include anything relating to probing the Oct. 7 failure, rather only a forward-looking view to preparing the IDF for the future.
Netanyahu's hospital visit highlights Knesset drama amid coalition instability - opinion
Netanyahu's Knesset appearance after surgery highlights coalition fragility amid protests, Ben-Gvir’s rebellion, and opposition resistance, raising questions about Israel’s political stability.
Majority of Israelis support dismissal of Ben-Gvir after Trapped Profits Law vote - poll
Among Likud voters, opinions are divided: 35% support Ben-Gvir's dismissal, 40% oppose it, and 25% remain undecided.
Foreign Minister Sa'ar can spend $150m. on public diplomacy. This is how he should do it - opinion
Sa'ar's new budget is the first step toward correcting 77 years of mistakes in neglecting Israel’s effort to explain itself to the world, which is more important than ever.
Daunting political challenges await coalition in 2025 - analysis
Coalition to face challenges including budget and haredi IDF draft laws in upcoming year.
