Taxes

Hamas revenue machine thrives under Gaza ceasefire

Aid flows almost exclusively to strengthen the military wing and fortify Hamas’s structure, while the burden of civil and governmental management relies on local tax collection from merchants.

Hamas terrorists secure an area before handing over an Israeli-American hostage to a Red Cross team in Gaza City on February 1, 2025.
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Your Taxes: How Israel’s new war compensation system works

US President Donald Trump gestures during a roundtable focused on tax cuts in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, April 16, 2026.

Israeli-founded startup uses AI to make filing taxes less painful in the US

US President Donald Trump displays a rendering of his proposed $250 million White House ballroom as he meets with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office of the White House on October 22, 2025 in Washington, DC.

Trump’s White House ballroom 'gift' to America set to cost taxpayers $1 billion


Could taxes end up saving the planet?

Your taxes: Exploring global carbon pricing strategies, Israel's climate goals, and the challenges of reducing greenhouse gas emissions.


Your Taxes: Pirates of the Mediterranean

An operation by the Israeli Police and Israeli Tax Authority lasted over years and exposed tax evasion and money laundering running into nearly one hundred million Shekels.

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Israel's 'trapped profits’ amendment is a double tax trap

Your Taxes: The article is intended for anyone in business or invested in a business or real estate venture.

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu seen in the Knesset ahead of a budget vote.

VAT in Israel is going up

Your Taxes: The rules are complex. We all need to prepare.

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As the Israeli tax year ends, here's what to consider amid war

The Israel-Hamas War is adding to the government’s budgetary needs. So, taxes won’t be cut any time soon.

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How will Israel's new 2025 tax reforms enhance venture capital? - opinion

These proposed reforms represent a strategic effort to reinforce Israel's position as a global innovation and investment destination. 

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Avoid IRA tax nightmares: Tips for retirees and new olim

Slow down and be deliberate before making big financial decisions, and make sure you understand all the facts and ramifications of your decision before pulling the trigger. 

 French Jews arrive in Israel for Aliyah, August 1, 2024.

Your Taxes: Share options - red flags!

As always, consult experienced professional advisers in each country at an early stage in specific cases.

 Illustration of  Israeli shekels, September 24, 2023

Your Investments: End of year strategy for large market gains

The end of the year is always a good time to review finances, compare your current situation to your stated goals and needs.

 SMART PLANNING can literally save you thousands and thousands of dollars. With Hanukkah approaching, that’s some serious ‘gelt’!

Your Taxes: Charity and Squatting

While we wait for the Israeli 2025 budget to pass, here is some other Israeli tax news.

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