Israeli Knesset passes controversial Deri, Smotrich Laws, legislative blitz continues

Dec 27, 2022

The bills, referred to as the "Deri Law" and "Smotrich Laws" have been key demands by the Shas and Religious Zionism parties. Following an...

Israel backs Indian's position on buying Russian oil and protecting agriculture

Sep 09, 2025

Smotrich, while talking to ANI, expressed hope that the US and India could reach an agreement regarding the tariffs.

OECD Secretary-General meets Israel's President, senior ministers

Dec 05, 2023

On Monday, he met with Israel's President Isaac Herzog, its Foreign Minister Eli Cohen and its Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich.

Israeli Finance Minister cuts import duties on milk to alleviate shortages

Jul 15, 2023

Israel’s Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said that on Thursday he made an “important” decision to sign an order cancelling, with immediate effect.

Israeli Finance Minister to approve 3,000 E1 homes, vows to 'bury' Palestinian state idea

Aug 15, 2025

Smotrich declared that the move would "bury the idea of a Palestinian state", adding that the plan has the backing of Prime Minister Benjamin...

Israel and Argentina working on establishing direct flights between countries

Jun 06, 2025

Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich submitted to the government a proposal to encourage airlines to operate direct commercial flights...