Some tens of thousands of teachers have been on a “sick day” strike since the start of the week.
Despite new understandings between the Finance Ministry and the Teachers’ Union, it remains unclear whether disruptions in the education system will soon come to an end.
Just one day earlier, Smotrich wrote a letter to teachers, assuring them that rumors of government members receiving a pay raise are false.
Smotrich claimed there were necessary budget cuts across multiple sectors as a result of the war's growing cost.
Benny Gantz expressed his support for the teachers as well and criticized Netanyahu's conduct on the matter.
"The responsibility for Israel's security lies with the government, and therefore, the authority [to fire Bar] rests with it," Smotrich said.
Israel’s 2025 budget faces opposition pushback over proposed spending cuts, potentially delaying its approval ahead of the March 31 deadline.
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The plan includes benefits for combat soldiers and aims to take "meaningful steps" to deepen appreciation and aid for reservists.
The initiative will include an allocation of around 3 billion shekels to implement measures to increase the recognition and support of reservists through financial assistance.
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