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| The Times of Israel | ISRAEL TO OFFER 20,000 DISCOUNTED HOMES TO IDF RESERVISTS IN COMING YEARS | 2 hrs ago |
According to The Times of Israel, the Israeli government announced that it will provide 20,000 discounted homes to IDF reservists over the coming years. Those selected through a lottery could receive discounts exceeding $167,000 on newly built homes. The plan is intended to address growing discontent among reservists ahead of upcoming elections.
The announcement was made public on Thursday and details that the discounts will be applied to new construction, though the exact timeline for when the homes will become available was not disclosed. Reservists who win the lottery will qualify for the large price reductions, potentially easing their housing costs. The decision follows heightened criticism from reservists who have expressed anger at the government's handling of defense matters.
Housing support for military personnel has been a recurring policy issue in Israel, especially as the country balances defense commitments with civilian needs. This move is part of broader efforts by the current administration to placate a key political demographic amid a volatile election cycle.