Al Mayadeen English
"Israel's" government has pushed through yet another expansion of its 2025 budget, exposing the spiraling cost of its wars on Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran while ordinary citizens face cuts in public services. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's cabinet approved a 30 billion shekel ($8.9 billion) hike on Tuesday, equivalent to 1.5% of GDP. The revision comes only five months after the Knesset passed the original budget, revealing how "Israel's" war machine is consuming national resources at unprecedented speed. Here’s what it’s really costing.
Katia Ibrahim
Samuel Geddes
Robert Inlakesh
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Iraq commemorates its independence day
Today, Iraq celebrates its Independence Day. Military, cultural, and artistic parades were held as part of the day-long festivities. Watch how the Iraqis are celebrating their independence.
