Rising war costs pinch Israelis

In 2025, Israelis are grappling with increased taxes and austerity measures amounting to an $11-billion war bill, leading to higher living costs. The military budget will rise significantly, impacting household incomes. With a defensive spending surge and borrowing limits, Israel's economic growth remains sluggish, deepening social and political divides.

Rising war costs pinch Israelis
In 2025, Israelis are grappling with increased taxes and austerity measures amounting to an $11-billion war bill, leading to higher living costs. The military budget will rise significantly, impacting household incomes. With a defensive spending surge and borrowing limits, Israel's economic growth remains sluggish, deepening social and political divides.