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Israel's $13.5B Bond Plan Sparks Criticism Over Military Funding

10/6/2025

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Israel's bond issuance draws criticism over funding military actions against Palestinians.
Allianz, Goldman Sachs, and Deutsche Bank are buyers of these bonds, potentially breaching Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) guidelines.
The Israeli government plans to issue $13.5 billion in bonds in 2024.
Critics say profits fund illegal settlements; experts urge U.S. banks to clarify rights compliance.

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Story summary

Israel's bond issuance draws criticism over funding military actions against Palestinians.
Allianz, Goldman Sachs, and Deutsche Bank are buyers of these bonds, potentially breaching Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) guidelines.
The Israeli government plans to issue $13.5 billion in bonds in 2024.
Critics say profits fund illegal settlements; experts urge U.S. banks to clarify rights compliance.