Netanyahu urges approval of military funds
Israeli media have confirmed the existence of a financial and operational crisis within the Israeli Defense Forces, after nearly three years of ongoing conflict. A gap estimated at tens of billions of shekels has accumulated, along with shortages of ammunition and supplies, affecting the army's readiness. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on the opposition to support additional funding, amid disagreements over funding sources. The opposition has rejected raising taxes on the middle class, while military leaders have warned that the lack of funding threatens the continuity of operations and training. It has led to the halt of weapon production lines and delays in rehabilitation processes, with expectations of decreasing troop readiness and warnings that military capabilities could decline if the delays persist. The current crisis reflects the accumulated military costs of years of warfare, even as the government focuses on an extensive plan to strengthen military power with a budget of up to 350 billion shekels over ten years. However, there is an urgent need for immediate funds to bridge the current funding gap and prevent the depletion of supplies and the army's readiness for any new escalation.
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