Israel's War with Hamas Strains Economy, Fuels Debate Over Controversial Coalition Funds
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Israel's war against Hamas is costing the economy $260 million per day, putting strain on finances.
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Controversial "coalition funds" earmarked for religious schools and West Bank settlements have sparked debate.
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The funds represent a small fraction of the total budget but are seen as misplaced priorities during wartime.
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Markets remain wary as Israel takes on more debt to pay for the war, with borrowing costs elevated.
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Netanyahu faces pressure to divert coalition funds to cover war costs, but coalition partners resist cutting their allotments.