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Israel's Austerity Sparks Tax Hikes and Emigration Crisis

1/2/2025

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Israel's austerity measures raise taxes and living costs, reducing disposable income for citizens.
The defense budget will increase by 20 billion shekels annually over the next decade.
Economic growth is projected at only 0.4% in 2024, prompting skilled workers to emigrate.
Public-sector salaries will be frozen, and property taxes will increase by at least 5%.
Rising social tensions pressure the government to legislate military service for the ultra-Orthodox.

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Story summary

Israel's austerity measures raise taxes and living costs, reducing disposable income for citizens.
The defense budget will increase by 20 billion shekels annually over the next decade.
Economic growth is projected at only 0.4% in 2024, prompting skilled workers to emigrate.
Public-sector salaries will be frozen, and property taxes will increase by at least 5%.
Rising social tensions pressure the government to legislate military service for the ultra-Orthodox.