Smotrich Seizes 320 Million NIS from PA to Support Terror Victims
In a bold and decisive move, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich signed an order on Monday to seize an additional 320 million NIS from the Palestinian Authority’s tax revenues, directing the funds to families of terror victims. This action is another strong step in Israel’s unwavering fight against terrorism and its financial enablers • Read More
By preventing the PA from using these funds to reward terrorists and their families, the Israeli government is reinforcing its firm stance against terror financing. Smotrich emphasized the moral and just nature of this decision, stating, “There is no signature more righteous than one that halts the PA’s terror funding and instead supports the victims and their families.”
This latest measure follows a series of strategic actions taken by Smotrich, including cutting funds to Gaza, freezing payments to convicted terrorists, and enforcing other financial sanctions to weaken terrorism at its root. “We are drying up the financial channels that fuel incitement and violence. The Palestinian Authority will not be allowed to continue using its resources to promote terror and bloodshed,” he declared.
Smotrich’s leadership in this area has been widely praised by supporters who see his policies as a critical step in protecting Israeli citizens and ensuring justice for victims of terror. By taking firm and uncompromising action, Israel is sending a clear message that terrorism will not be rewarded—and that the rights and security of Israeli citizens come first.
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