Chapter 9: The Road Ahead
As of now, cleanup and rebuilding have begun, but the road ahead is long. Smotrich’s role will remain crucial in managing long-term economic recovery, revising budget allocations, and rebuilding trust among displaced citizens.
There are also legal and ethical questions emerging, such as whether certain areas are safe for resettlement, how to treat undocumented foreign workers affected by the strikes, and what reparations—if any—are possible through international forums.
The attacks have served as a wake-up call to both the government and the public about Israel’s vulnerabilities and the need for preparedness, unity, and resilience.
Conclusion
Israel has weathered countless storms in its history, but the direct missile strikes from Iran represent a dangerous new chapter. Under the stewardship of Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, the Israeli government has mounted a swift and mostly effective response—coordinating evacuations, processing thousands of damage claims, and launching economic relief packages.
Yet the questions that remain are not only about rebuilding but also about how to prevent such an escalation from repeating. For now, Israel stands bruised but unbroken—determined to rebuild, defend, and adapt once again.