Four years later: Did Netanyahu's gov't deliver on its many 2022 campaign promises? – analysis

An analysis by din-online.info reviews the Netanyahu government's fulfillment of its 2022 campaign promises over a full four-year term, a rare occurrence in Israeli politics. The article assesses key areas:

• Cost of Living: Despite pledges, Israel remains among the five most expensive OECD countries, with housing and food prices high. While inflation has cooled, the overall cost of living is still elevated.
• Free Education for Young Children: A plan to invest NIS 2 billion in state-funded daycare and parent subsidies was announced in 2023. However, the program faced disruptions due to the October 7 massacre, and as of 2026, universal free preschool for ages birth to three has not been achieved.
• Housing and Infrastructure: Construction of housing units increased, particularly in the periphery and West Bank, but still lags behind population growth. While rail, ports, and broadband improved, road congestion worsened, and public transport remains inadequate.
• Strengthening Governance: Promises to crack down on crime, especially in Arab communities, were not met. Arab murder victims rose significantly, and public trust in the Israel Police declined to approximately 33% by late 2025.
• Regional Security: Netanyahu's pledge to restore deterrence was severely challenged, culminating in the October 7, 2023, massacre and subsequent wars on multiple fronts. Thousands of rockets were fired at Israel, and public belief in peace negotiations or a regional peace process is low.

The October 7 events significantly impacted budget allocation and focus, but the article concludes that the gap between promises and outcomes will be a major factor for voters in the upcoming October elections.