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Netanyahu rebuked for plan to use crypto to bypass economic sanctions

Straits Times25 October 2026, 11:45 UTCIsrael

JERUSALEM, Oct 25 - Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who faces re-election this week, is drawing criticism from economists and political rivals after suggesting Israel could use cryptocurrency to help shield its economy from potential international sanctions.

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