Country: IL | Published: 2026-09-23
Israeli headlines stay anchored in the diplomatic arena, with the government sharply rejecting French remarks on West Bank policy at the UN while an airstrike in Gaza keeps the sec
Israeli headlines stay anchored in the diplomatic arena, with the government sharply rejecting French remarks on West Bank policy at the UN while an airstrike in Gaza keeps the security picture tense. On the domestic front, dealmaking continues, with Clal Insurance renewing its pursuit of investment bank Value Base even as Discount Bank's sale of a stake fell through, carrying a sizable penalty for the buyers. Tax revenues have climbed sharply over recent years, fueling public debate over whether some of that windfall should flow back to households.