Production lines of interceptors and munitions at risk of shutdown

In the absence of a functioning government and a proper budget, the IDF is struggling to plan the next campaign. The budget gap threatens to halt production lines of munitions and interceptors, aircraft procurement has been delayed, and strategic decisions regarding Iran, Lebanon, and Gaza are stalled.

In the absence of a functioning government and a proper budget, production lines of interceptors and munitions face the risk of shutdown. The budget gap for 2026 stands at approximately 25 billion shekels: the defense establishment demanded 177 billion, the government approved 143 billion, and Prime Minister Netanyahu agreed on an additional 40 billion, of which only 15 billion have been transferred. Debts to defense industries are approaching 20 billion shekels. The procurement of refueling aircraft and the expansion of the Yasur helicopter squadron have been postponed until summer 2027. Strategic decisions regarding Iran, Lebanon, and Gaza are stalled, while adversaries continue to arm themselves. Personnel issues such as the conscription law and the reserve service law also remain unresolved.