It is amazing what a war can do..

Historically, wars were often used as a means of spurring a stagnant economy. Going to war meant production of weapons and ammunition and armaments and all sorts of other things required for the army. Obviously they were also used to achieve political goals, settle feuds and disputes, for personal reasons, to plunder other cities or countries and whatnot, but an important factor was always the effect it would have on the economy.

Recent reports have shown the effect of last summer's war in Gaza, Defensive Edge, has had on the State of Israel.

One report shows that as a result of the war, donations to Barzilai Hospital in Ashqelon have hit record highs.

According to the report, in 2014 Barzilai Hospital brought in 26 million NIS in donation, far surpassing Hadassah (4.7) and Sheba (8.1).

מי כעמך ישראל!!

According to the second report, there is a baby boom going on in Ashdod and the surrounding areas. 9 months after Defensive Edge, they are setting records for births in the area of Ashdod and Ashqelon. During a time of distress, with people spending more time than usual closed up int ehir homes, nature takes its course...

כן ירבו!!