Netanyahu’s 3 homes have cost taxpayers NIS 2.7 million over the past 18 months
Summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Israeli taxpayers have spent approximately NIS 2.7 million over the past 18 months on maintaining Prime Minister Netanyahu's three residences.
- Detailed data reveals significant expenses, including NIS 28,500 for two new bathtubs at one home and nearly NIS 95,000 for landscaping at another.
- The figures also show a striking instance of 76 food purchases made on a single day last year.
Taxpayers in Israel have footed a bill of approximately NIS 2.7 million over the last 18 months for the upkeep of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's three official residences. This substantial figure highlights the ongoing costs associated with maintaining multiple properties for the premier.
Digging into the details reveals specific expenditures that have drawn attention. Data indicates that NIS 28,500 was spent on installing just two new bathtubs at one of the residences. Furthermore, nearly NIS 95,000 was allocated for landscaping at another property, underscoring the significant investment in the appearance and amenities of these homes.
The financial accounting also points to unusual patterns in daily spending. Records show a remarkable instance where 76 separate food purchases were made on a single day last year, raising questions about the necessity and scale of catering or provisions for the residences. These figures provide a granular look at the public funds allocated to the prime minister's living arrangements.
Originally published by Times of Israel. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.