Economy
Syrian government focuses on attracting new economy investments, ties with Central Asia states
Syria has been receiving a number of investments in recent months, from oil and energy deals to talk of investment in train lines and airports.
Study shows how Israel's economy funnels money to ultra-Orthodox families through benefit programs
Netanyahu doesn’t want to give up US aid, but he has no choice - opinion
Why critical minerals are becoming Israel’s next strategic asset - opinion
Smotrich threatens to double tax on Israeli banks if consumer benefits canceled
According to the Finance Ministry, the tax will bring in NIS 1.13 billion in 2026, rising to NIS 1.5 billion each year from 2027 to 2029.
New Israeli airline TUS IL recruiting pilots as commercial operations set to start in 2026
The company is looking for experienced Airbus A320 pilots, and is offering a promotion track to the rank of captain within two years and after 3,000 flying hours.
Israelis always spot the cloud behind the silver lining - comment
Despite Israel’s economic wins and technology breakthroughs, many Israelis instinctively doubt good news.
Syria to start currency swap on January 1, central bank governor says
Syria will begin swapping Assad-era notes for new currency on January 1, Central Bank Governor Husrieh on Thursday.
Why Israel must reinvest the billions from the Armis sale into its tech ecosystem - opinion
The temptation for Israel to use the billions earned in the Armis sale to plug budget holes is immense, but that would be a historic mistake.
Iran pushes for cultural, economic diplomacy with nations across central Asia - report
Iranian official Ali Asghar Tahmasebi reportedly emphasized the importance of developing Central Asia via "economic diplomacy."
While US sees Iran as 'destabilizing factor,' Trump using sanctions, not military force - official
“Iran’s destabilizing behavior threatens the national interests of the United States, and therefore President Trump has reinstated a policy of ‘maximum pressure,’" the official said.
Pezeshkian the fall guy: Could Iran impeach its president? - analysis
In extreme cases, a president can be removed, but only with the backing of the judiciary and, ultimately, the approval of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Average salary in Israel rises in first half of 2025, as gender pay gap widens, NII data reveals
Israel’s National Insurance Institute released its first-half 2025 wage report, showing a 4.5% rise in average pay but a 43% median-to-mean gap and a 54% gender gap.
Jensen Huang says Israel is 'our second home' as Nvidia confirms new campus plans
The campus will accommodate a higher number of employees than industry executives initially estimated - double the number of the company's employees in Israel today.
