Nov 23 2025POLITICS
Israel's Budget Showdown: A Test of Leadership
Israel is in the middle of a tough money fight. The finance minister, Bezalel Smotrich, is set to talk about the 2026 budget with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This isn't just any talk. It's a big deal that could change things. Smotrich has plans to help the economy and make life cheaper for people. But the government is split on many things. The war in Gaza, t...
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