Overview
- Israel’s military said looser rules on gatherings and workplaces take effect Thursday afternoon following a push from the Finance Ministry.
- The Finance Ministry estimates the current red-level restrictions are costing the economy about NIS 9.4–9.5 billion per week.
- Finance Ministry Director-General Ilan Rom formally urged Home Front Command chief Maj. Gen. Shai Klapper to allow employees to return where protected spaces are available.
- The ministry projects a shift to an orange limited-activity posture would cut weekly losses to roughly NIS 4.3–4.5 billion, with most schools remaining closed.
- Nationwide restrictions were introduced after U.S.–Israel strikes on Iran and ensuing retaliatory attacks, and officials say security reviews will continue to guide adjustments.