economy
April 12, 2026
THE PRICE IS RIGHT: Here's how much it cost Israel to fight Iran! WELL, UNBELIEVABLE
This amount has already been added to the Ministry of Defense's budget as part of the state budget for 2026, according to the Ministry of Finance.
TL;DR
- Israel's war with Iran incurred an estimated 35 billion shekels (9.8 billion euros) in budget expenses.
- 22 billion shekels were allocated to the Israel Defense Forces, Ministry of Defense, Ministry of National Security, and other security organizations.
- 12 billion shekels were estimated for government compensation plans for direct missile attacks, economic losses, and unpaid leave.
- 1 billion shekels were spent on civil costs, including hospitals, emergency response, and the Ministry of Social Affairs.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial has seen three hearings canceled, with a decision on further testimony pending.
- Court proceedings were suspended during the war with Iran due to emergency court operations.