Av 26, 5777, 8/18/2017
Naftali Bennett Only Bennett demanded the destruction of terror tunnelsState Comptroller writes government failed to take tunnel threat seriously, withheld essential information from ministers. Amona HQ announces hunger strike'Demolition follows demolition.The promises are meaningless,' say Amona leaders disappointed by government's failure to fulfill commitments. Deri: Schools which flout the rules will not receive fundsMinisters Bennett and Deri present new directives for haredi schools. Arab teacher threatened over photo-op with BennettArab teacher who posted photo of herself with Education Minister faces harassment and threats. Arab school in Jerusalem closed for incitementElementary school affiliated with Hamas closed over incitement in curriculum: 'Our sovereignty in Jerusalem begins.' Bennett: Shaked has achieved the unbelievableJewish Home leader Naftali Bennett responded Wednesday to the appointment of four new judges to the Supreme Court. 'Israel's security requires immediate pardon for Azariya'Politicians react in different ways to Azariya sentence. Some demand immediate pardon, others to respect court sentence. Bennett revokes decision of previous Education MinisterEducation Minister Naftali Bennett has reversed a decision by his predecessor concerning the number of subjects studied by pupils. 'Textbook teaches Christian, not Jewish connection to Jerusalem'The Hotam organization criticizes the Education Ministry for introducing textbook presenting Jerusalem as equally holy to three religions. Bennett: My solution is annexationIsrael's Education Minister speaks to Conference of Presidents, says he's 'sure Netanyahu will keep his word.' 'We can't build without coordinating with the U.S.'Defense Minister warns urges all those talking about annexation to "calm down". Bennett to Netanyahu: You have to keep your promisesPrime Minister reportedly 'reconsidering' agreement to build new town for Amona expellees after meeting with Trump. Left-wing MK plans bill to annex Area CZionist Union MK plans to submit bill to annex all of Area C to force coalition to act on its declarations instead of empty postures. Bennett: What restraint are we talking about?In light of Netanyahu's comments indicating openness to restraint in building, Bennett calls for clarification. 'The world respects countries that protect their land'Bennett addresses Jerusalem Conference: 'Battle not over Palestinian statehood, but whether there will be third Palestinian state.' Likud ministers attack Bennett for 'lecturing' NetanyahuLikud ministers back Netanyahu, say no need for Bennett to lecture on importance of upcoming Trump-Netanyahu meeting. 'Bennett wants to drag the entire country into a war'Yisrael Katz slams Naftali Bennett for criticizing things 'to gain political points' and trying to escalate situation with Gaza. Bennett: Our choice is to live, and we will winEducation Minister speaks at memorial ceremony marking 20 years since 'Island of Peace' Massacre. 'Peace comes through strength.''Next round of fighting not a question of 'if' - only of 'when'Minister Bennett calls for crushing victory against Israel's enemies at memorial for Sderot girl murdered shielding brother from rocket. Regulation Law likely to pass on MondayDespite effort by Netanyahu to delay vote, Regulation Law appears poised to be passed by full Knesset on Monday. 'We expect Bennett to take up the reins'Rosh Yeshiva of Beit El Yeshiva says he expects Education Minister to pass Regulation Law and establish Israeli sovereignty. Netanyahu: Bennett's ultimatum a bluffPM dismisses accusations by Education Minister over request to delay vote on Regulation Bill, says he is focused on meetings in UK and US. Bennett rejects Netanyahu's request to delay Regulation Law voteJewish Home leader refuses PM's request to push off Regulation Law vote until after his trip to visit UK Prime Minister Theresa May. Bennett and Shaked: Obligated to the Regulation LawMinisters Naftali Bennett and Ayelet Shaked visit Ofra, assure residents they're committed to passing the Regulation Law. Bennett: We lost the battle, but we'll win the war'We lost Amona, but the residents' sacrifice will help save thousands of other homes.' Likud MK: Bennett needs to quit over AmonaMK Oren Hazan meets Jewish Home MK Bezalel Smotrich in Amona, says Jewish Home should be ashamed of themselves, Bennett should quit. Former MK Ketzale: Bennett can make or break AmonaAccording to Ketzale, Bennett will deserve all the credit for saving Amona, or all the blame for its demolition when he could have acted. Regulation Law vote postponedDespite pledge to pass Regulation Law ahead of Amona evacuation, Knesset pushes off vote on bill. Giuliani to Bennett: Let's strengthen tiesJewish Home chairman meets visiting former NYC Mayor, highlights Israel's leadership in the fight against terror.Bennett: We will not form an alternative governmentJewish Home leader says party would not support new Prime Minister if Netanyahu resigns, would support new elections. 'Haredi' journalist lashes out at Bennett'Haredi' journalist Benny Rabinovich attacks Jewish Home chairman Naftali Bennett, calling him "insolent and evil" 'Imagine an Israel without checkpoints from Jenin to Jerusalem'Bennett calls for a 'Marshall Plan' for Judea and Samaria, including a 'free tourism zone' between Israel and Palestinian Authority. 'No more excuses, Bennett, keep your promises!'Senior Religious Zionist figures slam Jewish Home chairman over impending destruction of Amona, failure to pass Regulation Law. PM to Bennett: This is not the time for knee-jerk reactionsPM responds to Jewish Home leader's call for immediate annexation of Maaleh Adumim, says opportunity requires acting responsibly. Bennett: This is the time for action, not excusesEducation Minister calls on PM to act now to annex Maaleh Adumim and to take advantage of an opportunity which may not come again. Amona residents: Government violated agreementAmona residents say government has not started construction on new housing, say they will restart campaign unless regulation law enacted. Poll: Bennett leading right-wing candidateA new poll published by Ma'ariv indicates that Naftali Bennett would lead the country if elections were held today - and he ran under Likud. Bennett on BBC: PA envoy to US a Holocaust denierEducation Minister Naftali Bennett faces off against PA envoy who called Holocaust a hoax, demands he retract statement Ma'ale Adumim sovereignty law submitted to Knesset committeeA proposal to apply Israeli law to Maale Adumim will be submitted to Ministerial Legislative Committee on Sunday. 'No to Palestine: Yes to sovereignty'Jewish Home Chairman says choice is between sovereignty in Area C or Arab State on 1949 lines flooding Israel with refugees. 'Bennett and other 'messianists' leading the country to ruin'Former Mossad directer blasts 'messianic' calls to annex parts of Judea and Samaria, says Israel must create new Arab state or become one. Bennett: Study Torah for at least a year before enlistingNaftali Bennett told twelfth-graders to invest at least a year in meaningful Torah study before they enlist in the army. Likud Minister eyeing Bennett's job?Gila Gamliel looking to step up to Education Ministry. Bill to ban IDF-bashing organizations from schools submittedA proposal to prevent organizations critical of the IDF from entering educational institutions will be submitted to a ministerial committee. Bennett: Pardon Azariya immediatelyJewish Home chief calls for Sgt. Elor Azariya to be granted pardon following manslaughter conviction on Wednesday. Liberman: Talks about annexation aren't helpfulDefense Minister criticizes calls by Naftali Bennett to annex Maaleh Adumim, saying they do not help Israel.Student protesters block Bennett speechStudent protesters interrupt speech by Education Minister at Tel Aviv University to demand return of Israeli held by Hamas.Bennett on Fox News: 'UN ridiculous body fighting free world'Naftali Bennett defended calls to reign in UN for its warped approach in condemning Israel while condoning ruthless dictatorships.If Azariya is not acquitted, he should be pardonedMinister Naftali Bennet: “If Elor Azariya is not acquitted, I think he needs to be given an immediate pardon and not sit in prison.” 'Apply sovereignty now or face a terrorist state'Jewish Home leader calls for application of Israeli law to Ma'ale Adumim and other areas, says a terrorist state will be forced on Israel.Bennett: How dare anyone call the land of Israel occupied?Education Minister clarifies on CNN: Jews have lived in Judea and Samaria for thousands of years, and they aren't going anywhere. Watch: Bennett's message to the UN from Mount Hermon"Israel will stay here forever. No speech and no Security Council resolution will change that fact."Bennett on BBC: ''UN vote gives tailwind to terror attacks'Bennett on BBC: 'UN vote gives tailwind to terror attacks in Berlin, Brussels or Orlando' Ehud Barak: 'Majority of Israelis' agree with KerryForner prime minister Ehud Barak praised John Kerry's speech Wednesday, stating that Netanyahu is 'being dragged after messianic stream.'Bennett tells Kerry: Pick up your Bible and Read itEducation Minister Naftali Bennett responded to Secretary of State Kerry's call for a 'viable two-state solution.Bennett: Time to annex Ma'ale AdumimJewish Home Chairman addresses proper response to UN's recent anti-Israel resolution. Ministers blast 'Guinness world record in hypocrisy' at UNMinisters Hotovely and Bennett blasted UN vote to condemn Israeli construction. |
