Finance Ministry
Smotrich presses Ofer Winter to drop Knesset run in exchange for Defense Ministry appointment
The finance minister additionally stated that he would offer Winter a directorate for haredi (ultra-Orthodox) enlistment and integration into the workforce.
Israeli gov't approves NIS 2.5 billion for defense, slashing ministry budgets ahead of elections
Yaron Zelekha slams Netanyahu's economic policy, vows to cut cost of living
Israel confirms purchase of 12 Apache 'Echo' helicopters in major Boeing defense deal
Israeli banks could be hit: Major concern over European sanctions
Boycott measures could harm 18,000 West Bank Palestinian workers. Banks and institutions operating indirectly beyond Green Line face risks.
Israel cuts gasoline prices by 50 agorot after Smotrich approves temporary excise relief
Smotrich's order to lower gas prices will remain in effect until October 31, four days after Israel's 2026 election.
Who earns NIS 100,000 a month? The truth behind doctors' payslips
A Finance Ministry wage report shows a NIS 23k average pay in healthcare, alongside vast gaps: Top doctors earn NIS 104k, and gender gaps reach 40%.
Who will stand at the machine? The systemic failure paralyzing Israel’s production lines
Many vacant positions, factories left without hands to work, and bureaucracy stalling the economy. Following the war, demand for foreign workers is rising, but in practice, only a few arrive.
IDF: Israel’s Apache deal not off, but at risk as NIS 15 billion delay drags on
Yet another deadline was missed last Thursday, but some of the leaks in Hebrew media seem to be exaggerating the consequences of the blown deadlines.
IDF warns budget delay will force reserve, intelligence cuts beginning in September
The IDF warns that delayed defense funding will force reserve and intelligence cuts, undermine preparations for Iran, and threaten US arms contracts beginning in September.
Finance Ministry report reveals major salary gaps across Israel's security organizations
Under Israeli law, if the average pension of retiring officers remains above the target, the finance minister will be required to establish new regulations governing pension payments.
Teachers Union chief urges reforms as Israel faces growing educator shortage
Ahead of the school year, Teachers Union chief Yaffa Ben-David warned of a shortage of nearly 5,000 teachers and called for a strategic plan to address deep-rooted problems in education.
High Court freezes NIS 409m. in coalition funds, releases urgent transfers
Monday’s decision instead narrows the freeze to the coalition funds specifically identified by the court. The temporary order imposed on the remaining transfers on August 5 was lifted.
High Court lifts freeze on NIS 78m. Religious Services funding, keeps broader freeze in place
The freeze stems from a petition challenging an August 4 Knesset Finance Committee meeting held during the election recess.
