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Israel's 2026 Budget Faces Criticism Over War Funds Allocation

3/23/2026

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Beliak Critiques Budget

MK Vladimir Beliak (Yesh Atid) said Israel's 2026 state budget includes a record level of coalition funds amid ongoing war challenges.
He criticized the government for failing to provide financial compensation to employees affected by the war and for lacking a compensation plan.
The budget allocates NIS 6 billion for sectoral needs, primarily benefiting the haredi community and West Bank settlements.
Beliak called for legal oversight to ensure these funds support civilian needs during the war.

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Knesset's Budget Showdown

The Knesset faces a critical week as a budget vote could determine the government's future amid Israel's conflict with Iran and Hezbollah.
The coalition aims to finalize the budget by Thursday, ahead of a legal deadline.
If the budget is not approved, elections will be triggered.
The Yesh Atid party has filed more than 5,000 objections to delay the process, labeling the budget harmful.

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Beliak Critiques Budget

MK Vladimir Beliak (Yesh Atid) said Israel's 2026 state budget includes a record level of coalition funds amid ongoing war challenges.
He criticized the government for failing to provide financial compensation to employees affected by the war and for lacking a compensation plan.
The budget allocates NIS 6 billion for sectoral needs, primarily benefiting the haredi community and West Bank settlements.
Beliak called for legal oversight to ensure these funds support civilian needs during the war.

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