Government
Category: Government
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that he will face an investigation regarding the security lapses that enabled the recent terrorist attack by Hamas in the southern region of the country on October 7. However, he has stated that this inquiry will take place only after the current military campaign concludes
Oct 25, 2023
Category: Government
Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Israel, a contentious issue that sparked nationwide debate, will not be extended this year, despite fervent petitions and calls for postponement in light of an ongoing state of emergency. The Israeli Ministry of the Interior, after much deliberation, opted to stick with the annual switch to standard time, setting the stage for shorter days and earlier sunsets
Oct 27, 2023
Category: Government
In a move aimed at providing crucial support to businesses grappling with the aftermath of the 'Iron Swords' war, the Ministry of Finance has released a memorandum of law outlining a compensation plan. The plan, designed to be swiftly legislated, is set to pave the way for grant applications as early as November 15th, with a primary focus on small businesses and self-employed individuals who have suffered significant economic setbacks due to the conflict
Oct 30, 2023
Category: Government
Education Minister Yoav Kish has declared a complete return to routine in the education system for schools located in green areas with no significant restrictions from the Home Front Command. Minister Kish expressed confidence that, barring any deterioration in the situation, the education system will resume normal operations starting next Sunday in these green zones
Nov 9, 2023
Category: Government
In a landmark move, the Director General of the Ministry of Defense, Maj. Gen. Eyal Zamir, has officially signed a contract for the sale of Israel's cutting-edge air defense system, "Kele David" (Magic Wand), to Finland. The deal, valued at 317 million euros (1.3 billion shekels), marks the first international sale of Rafael's highly acclaimed missile defense system
Nov 12, 2023
Category: Government
Ministry of Economy shed light on concerning practices by retailers who seem to be taking advantage of the ongoing conflict. Published yesterday, the review exposes a surge in prices for various essential goods, accompanied by additional concessions that may adversely impact consumers
Nov 14, 2023
Category: Government
In a daring nighttime operation, the United States military announced that its destroyer, the USS Mason, successfully rescued the tanker "The Central Park" in the Gulf of Aden. The vessel, owned by the British company Zodiac Maritime and operated by Israeli billionaire Eyal Ofer, had reportedly fallen prey to an "unidentified force" in the strategically significant region
Nov 27, 2023
Category: Government
Elbit Systems presents good reports for the third quarter of the year, which it concludes with an 11.3% increase in sales compared to its sales in the corresponding quarter last year, which amounted to approximately 1.5 billion dollars. During the first nine months of the year, its revenues grew by almost 9% compared to the corresponding period and amounted to approximately 4.3 billion dollars
Nov 28, 2023
Category: Government
In a late-night session between Monday and Tuesday, the government gave the green light to the budget framework for 2023, despite facing opposition from key figures within its own ranks. Notably, Economy Minister Nir Barkat and several members of the original coalition, including prominent figures like Benny Gantz, Hili Trooper, and Gadi Eisenkot, voiced dissent
Nov 28, 2023
Category: Government
In a significant development, the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel has been extended for the fifth day, leading to the release of abducted individuals, including a mother and her daughter. The release was part of negotiations involving high-ranking officials, including the heads of the Mossad and the CIA, who met with the Prime Minister of Qatar
Nov 28, 2023
