Israel has announced a significant increase in its defense budget, raising it to 112 billion shekels ($34.7 billion) for the new fiscal year—about $7 billion higher than the previous allocation. The decision, jointly endorsed by Defense Minister Israel Katz and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, awaits final approval from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the cabinet before being submitted to the Knesset. The move comes despite an ongoing ceasefire in Gaza, prompting questions about the timing and intent behind the expansion. Katz explained that the additional funds are meant to meet the operational needs of the armed forces and ease the burden on reservists. According to the Finance Ministry, the 2026 defense budget will be 47 billion shekels ($14.5 billion) higher than in 2023. Israel reportedly spent around $31 billion in 2024 on military operations in Gaza and against Hezbollah in Lebanon. Analysts suggest the budget increase reflects Israel’s long-term security strategy and preparation for potential regional escalations, even as diplomatic efforts continue to stabilize the Gaza situation.
গাজায় যুদ্ধবিরতি সত্ত্বেও প্রতিরক্ষা খাতে বিশাল বাজেট ঘোষণা করেছে দখলদার ইসরাইল। যা আগেরবারের তুলনায় প্রায় ৭ বিলিয়ন ডলার বেশি। নতুন বছরে ইসরাইল প্রতিরক্ষা বাজেট ১১২ বিলিয়ন শেকেল (৩৪.৭ বিলিয়ন ডলার) নির্ধারণ করেছে। এটি আগের খসড়া বাজেটে ছিল ৯০ বিলিয়
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