Smotrich defends Judea and Samaria tax benefits as recognition of heroism

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich sent personalized videos to dozens of communities in Judea and Samaria, defending tax benefits for the region against left-wing criticism. Smotrich argued that the benefits are not a 'perk' but an official state recognition of the residents' heroism, pioneering spirit, and Zionism. The report comes from a desk-reviewed report.

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