Israeli parliament passes budget, allowing Netanyahu to avoid early elections
Israel's parliament has passed a $270-billion budget, allowing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to avoid early elections and complete his government's term. The budget includes a 20% increase for the Ministry of Defense due to the ongoing war against Iran, which has sparked criticism from opposition lawmakers.
Israel's parliament passed a budget, ensuring Netanyahu's government can complete its term. The $270-billion budget includes a 20% increase for the Ministry of Defense. Opposition lawmakers criticized increased funding for ultra-Orthodox communities. The budget passed 62-55. Missile sirens interrupted the session three times. The defense ministry's budget swelled to $45 billion due to the ongoing war. The budget's passage means Netanyahu is likely to complete his term.
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