Bezalel Smotrich

Bezalel Smotrich is an Israeli politician and lawyer who has served as the Minister of Finance since 2022. As the leader of the Religious Zionist Party, he is a prominent figure in the Israeli far-right, known for his strong support of expanding Israeli settlements in the West Bank and his opposition to Palestinian statehood. Throughout his career, he has held various ministerial roles and has been a key advocate for legislation concerning the annexation of Palestinian lands. His political tenure has been marked by significant controversy, including international sanctions imposed by several countries in response to his policies regarding the West Bank.