Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich sharply criticized what he called "the biggest threat to the security of Israeli citizens": Thousands of weapons in the hands of crime and terror organizations in the Arab sector.
Twenty years after the Disengagement Plan, the Menashe Brigade headquarters is leaving Ein Shemer and returning to central Samaria.
IDF Central Command chief Avi Bluth signs orders for eight new jurisdiction areas in Judea and Samaria, paving the way for construction and development.
Minister Smotrich addressed the QatarGate scandal at the National Education Conference: "This is absolute madness. I'm shocked by the correspondence that was published."
Supreme Planning Council to approve the deposit of a plan for the construction of 398 new housing units in Yitzhar. Minister Smotrich: 'Strengthening Jewish communities in Samaria - after years of anticipation.'
Supreme Planning Council to approve comprehensive construction plans in Sa-Nur. Minister Smotrich: 'Sa-Nur is returning home not with slogans, but with plans, budgets, roads and facts on the ground.'
Civil Administration’s civilian units relocate from military base to permanent facility in Sha’ar Binyamin, 'a historic step toward separating military and civilian life and advancing de facto sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.'
Finance Minister Smotrich's move raises the VAT exemption ceiling for purchases from abroad. Business owners oppose the move.
Defense Minister Israel Katz walks back statement that Israel will establish youth communities based on the IDF in Gaza.
Finance Minister Smotrich urges the Prime Minister to demand Gaza's full demilitarization from President Trump, calls the Palestinian Authority a mistake that must be dismantled.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich is set to expand the VAT exemption on personal imports from $75 to $150, a move expected to lower costs, boost competition, and expand consumer choice.
In a festive ceremony marking 50 years since the establishment of Kedumim, hundreds of residents from the settlement participated.
The bill establishes a military tribunal mechanism for prosecuting participants in the October 7 attack, with the authority to impose the death penalty and without the possibility of future release.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich continues work to create new city Mishmar Yehuda. 'This is another step in advancing de facto sovereignty in the area'
Families of IDF reservists in Samaria hold demonstration outside Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's home in Kedumim, demanding he oppose the current Draft Law proposal.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich briefs visiting US finance directors in Jerusalem on Israel’s economic resilience amid ongoing security challenges.
After a tense internal meeting with senior rabbis, the party agreed to push for changes but appears ready to back the government’s draft bill despite public criticism.
Jordan’s Foreign Ministry issued a harsh condemnation of Smotrich’s rejection of a Palestinian state and Israel’s plans to expand communities in Judea and Samaria.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich launches a fierce attack against former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, following reports that the agency monitored government offices involved in settlement activity.
Israel’s government approved a NIS 662B budget for 2026, including a NIS 112B defense framework, alongside a contested dairy reform.
After late-night discussions, a defense budget of 112 billion shekels was agreed upon. The Prime Minister decided that the defense budget will increase by 350 billion shekels over the next decade.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says that the internal disagreements surrounding the Draft Law can be bridged, declaring: ‘The law is not political.'
Gaza reconstruction delayed until further notice after Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich slams brakes on the plan, report says.
Inner-city bus fares are expected to rise to 9 NIS in January as a budget dispute forces cuts and delays tied to the “Transportation Justice” reform.
Minister Bezalel Smotrich states, 'authorization of 10 new municipal jurisdiction areas in Samaria, including Gedor in the northern Jordan Valley, is a Zionist, security and national move of the highest level.'
The law includes benefits of up to 1,000 NIS per month for IDF reservists: the more a reservist serves, the less he or she pays.
The Religious Zionist Party rejected the current version of the haredi draft bill, insisting it will only back legislation that truly increases military enlistment among haredim.
Smotrich backs the defense establishment and Gush Etzion Council, saying a small group moved in unlawfully and blocked plans for thousands of housing units: 'We don’t need lessons in Zionism or settlement.'
Degel Hatorah slams Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's budgets for yeshivas, accusing him of funding only Religious Zionist yeshivas. ' All his claims that he supposedly cares about the Torah world are nothing but empty words.'
The new budget allocation will support Hesder yeshivas and higher yeshivas that encourage military service, youth movements, pre-military academies, the national service framework, student villages, Ofek preparatory programs, and local emergency response teams operating in the Negev and the Galilee.
The two demanded that Netanyahu oppose the U.S. statement at the UN, which said "to begin a process that offers a pathway to Palestinian self-determination and to the establishment of a state."
MK Yulia Malinovsky demands immediate funding from the Finance Ministry for implementing the UNRWA laws after a prolonged delay in the actions required to apply the legislation.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says grants provided to reservists' families will not be harmed, continue in 2026, even though emergency call-ups have ended.
After a meeting held this evening, it was agreed to advance the approval of a tax benefits bill for IDF reservists - in exchange for the Religious Zionism Party returning to vote with the coalition.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said Israel retains control over security decisions despite US pressure, and called releasing terrorists in Rafah 'a moral folly' that could threaten troops.
Central Command Chief Avi Bluth approves jurisdiction for 13 new communities, paving the way for legal planning, development, and infrastructure. Minister Smotrich: 'A significant step in strengthening Jewish presence.'
In an interview with Arutz Sheva, Finance Minister Smotrich outlines his vision for aliyah, linking tax reform to Zionism and growing Diaspora challenges.
Minister of Finance Bezalel Smotrich and Minister of Aliyah and Integration Ofir Sofer unveil groundbreaking initiative, offering new olim and returning residents major tax benefits.
Report reveals major failures in Israel’s preparedness for economic emergencies; Minister of Finance did not exercise his powers and PM is responsible for not ensuring effective civilian leadership.
At a press conference presenting the 2026 budget assessment, the two ministries blamed on another for causing Israel's security issues.
The Supreme Planning Council is set to approve 1,973 new housing units across Judea and Samaria, as part of the building surge advanced by Minister Bezalel Smotrich since assuming his role.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has called for the terrorists released in the hostage deal to be arrested again due to Hamas failing to honor its obligations.
Finance Minister reacts to uproar over his comment that the Saudis 'can keep riding camels,' says Saudi government and officials say much more insulting and antisemitic things without pushback,
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich declared at the Religious Zionism faction meeting that the State of Israel will not permit reconstruction in Gaza without the complete dismantling of Hamas.
Finance Minister announces plan to reduce taxes and promote Aliyah with economic incentives, says 'blank check' for defense spending will end.
Finance Minister and National Religious Party chairman Bezalel Smotrich responded forcefully to Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef’s claim that bereaved father Rabbi Tamir Granot is a 'heretic' for calling for drafting yeshiva students.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said Israel will reject any Saudi normalization deal conditioned on a Palestinian state, insisting that sovereignty must remain non-negotiable.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich will meet with PM Netanyahu on Thursday to present the principles of the 2026 state budget, which aims to transition Israel’s economy from a period of emergency to growth, easing the tax burden on the public.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich met US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in Washington, thanking the Trump administration and discussing Gaza disarmament and expanding the Abraham Accords.
MK Gadi Eisenkot slams Gaza ceasefire deal, criticizing it as having 'too much foreign involvement, too early.'
Ahead of the Knesset debate on the Draft Law, MK Moshe Gafni levels sharp criticism at coalition members over their conduct and priorities.
PM Netanyahu secured coalition support to begin the hostage deal, as Smotrich and Ben-Gvir warn they won’t tolerate a Gaza agreement that leaves Hamas intact.
Smotrich and other ministers blasted Netanyahu’s decision to pause Gaza operations for negotiations, warning it aids Hamas; Ben-Gvir threatened Otzma Yehudit may quit.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich harshly rejected President Trump’s Gaza peace plan, calling it a return to Oslo illusions and warning it would repeat the failures of the past.
During a Knesset plenary session, Minister Smotrich marks seven years since the murder of Ari Fuld.
Finance Minister Smotrich presents six boundaries ahead of the White House meeting between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump.
Israel is weighing partial sovereignty in Judea and Samaria after UK, Australia, and Canada recognized a Palestinian state; Netanyahu to consult President Donald Trump.
The Marker published a list of the most influential people in 2025, with Prime Minister Netanyahu in third and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich in fourth.
Hundreds of housing units and a new industrial zone in settlements were approved, and the Supreme Planning Council has advanced over 25,000 units since the start of the year.
Temporary provision to pass responsibility for choosing candidates to 150-member forum instead of party-wide elections. Smotrich to remain chairman, guaranteed spots on list.
