A meeting of the Economic Affairs Committee at the Knesset convened to address the ongoing surge in food prices in Israel, but was notably absent of coalition lawmakers, except for the committee chair. Opposition members criticized the coalition for their absence, highlighting the disconnect as food prices have risen sharply over the past two years, exacerbated by recent conflict and economic strain. Data from Leket Israel indicates a five percent increase in food prices in just the past year, intensifying pressure on Israeli households. Calls were made for greater cooperation between lawmakers to address the needs of the growing number of citizens living below the poverty line, many of whom struggle to afford basic food items.