Bank of Israel Foreign Exchange Reserves Fall to $237 Billion in September 2026
Israel's foreign exchange reserves dropped to $236.998 billion in September 2026, a $4.643 billion decrease from August, the Bank of Israel reported.
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Government Approves Urgent 15M Shekel for Conversions in 2027
The Israeli government has allocated NIS 15 million in coalition funds for the State Jewish Conversion System ahead of upcoming elections.
State Spending Millions to Combat Desalination Plants’ Algae Crisis
Israel invested $15 million in desalination plant membranes to counter an algae crisis, but the membranes were not needed and will serve as future inventory.
Government Approves Extension of Reserve Duty Framework to 200,000 Troops
Israel's government has approved extending the reserve duty framework for up to 200,000 soldiers, bolstering IDF readiness amid ongoing security challenges.
Israel Eases Licensing Rules for Immigrant Psychologists
The Israeli government approved on Sunday a proposal to ease licensing barriers for immigrant psychologists, allowing greater recognition ...
300 Million Allocated for Construction of New Housing in Priority Areas
The Israeli government has approved 300 million shekels for housing development in national priority areas, expected to promote 8,000 new units.
Shmuel Ben Ezra Unanimously Approved as Head of Israel’s National Security Council
Shmuel Ben Ezra was unanimously approved as head of Israel's National Security Council, replacing Tzachi Hanegbi.
Government to Pay Costs of Security for Sports Teams Traveling Abroad
The Israeli government will now directly fund security travel for sports delegations abroad, removing financial burdens from sports associations.
Israel Government Confirms Hotovely Appointment To Public Diplomacy Post
The Israeli government has unanimously approved Tzipi Hotovely's appointment as Head of the National Publicity Division in the Prime Minister’s Office.
Israel Rolls Out Second-Year Carbon Reduction Grants for Industry
Israel's government announces NIS 300 million in grants for industry's second year of carbon reduction, encouraging efficiency and emissions cuts.