IRS Announces New Relief for Taxpayers Affected by Events in Israel

IRS Announces New Relief for Taxpayers Affected by Events in IsraelThe IRS is postponing many tax filing and payment deadlines to Sep 30, 2026, for eligible individuals and businesses affected by ongoing events in Israel.Covered by Notice 2025-53, building on Notice 2023-71 and Notice 2024-72; collectively, deadlines from Oct 7, 2023 through Sep 30, 2026 may be postponed for eligible taxpayers.Applies to affected taxpayers in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza; returns and taxes due in the covered period can be filed/paid by Sep 30, 2026.Automatic relief for taxpayers whose principal residence or business is in the covered area (based on prior filings).Others who qualify but have addresses outside the covered area can call the IRS disaster hotline at 866-562-5227 (or +1-267-941-1000 internationally) to request relief.