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Israel Finance Minister Appoints New Director General Amid Budget Shift

4/18/2026

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Bezalel Smotrich, Israel's Finance Minister, appointed Israel Malachi as Director General of the Finance Ministry, replacing Ilan Rom.
Israel Malachi has served as Deputy Director General for three and a half years and led rehabilitation efforts for Gaza and Lebanon.
Smotrich said the appointment ensures stability and continuity.
Ilan Rom resigned after the Knesset passed the state budget and focused on strengthening resilience during the Hamas conflict.

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Bezalel Smotrich, Israel's Finance Minister, appointed Israel Malachi as Director General of the Finance Ministry, replacing Ilan Rom.
Israel Malachi has served as Deputy Director General for three and a half years and led rehabilitation efforts for Gaza and Lebanon.
Smotrich said the appointment ensures stability and continuity.
Ilan Rom resigned after the Knesset passed the state budget and focused on strengthening resilience during the Hamas conflict.