Benny Gantz Gantz: I didn't ask for luxury cars, that's a blatant lieDefense Minister says he sought to reduce his security costs. "What interests me is only doing good for the State of Israel." Gantz requests 2 Audi A8s for convoyDespite financial crisis created by coronavirus pandemic, alternate prime minister requests same vehicles received by prime minister. Defense Minister Benny Gantz orders military preparations for sovereigntyIDF Chief of Staff instructed to expedite military preparations for coming political steps, even appointing project manager on his behalf. We'll give legal system, enforcement bodies all necessary backupAlternate PM and DM Benny Gantz addresses emergency regulations at Blue and White meeting, says his party will back justice system. Benny Gantz: 'Israel's democracy is stronger than coronavirus'Defense Minister Benny Gantz promises changes to emergency bill, says new legislation will dramatically improve status quo. Netanyahu reportedly keeping details of sovereignty plan secret - even from Benny GantzOfficials say PM keeping map of sovereignty plan a secret, with even senior coalition partners in the dark on Israel's planned borders. No new residence for Alternate Prime MinisterNetanyahu's alternative residence in the second part of the rotation will be in Caesarea or in Jerusalem. DM Gantz: Time for a coronavirus commandoGantz said the Ministry of Defense was preparing for a scenario in which 'coronavirus hotels' would need to accommodate more patients. Gantz cuts off meeting with Netanyahu over Regev's commentsLikud officials respond to minister's criticism of alternate prime minister. 'The campaign is over. It is time for unity.' Nasrallah mocks Gantz: He has experience with disappointment in LebanonHezbollah leader says Israel is "a racist state" that will "disappear". Gantz: I have full confidence in the legal systemGantz comments on Netanyahu's trial: He is presumed innocent, I'm sure he will receive a fair trial. Senate Democrats warn Netanyahu and Gantz against sovereignty19 Senate Democrats write letter to PM and Defense Minister, warn that sovereignty move would place Israel at risk. Benny Gantz responds to Ali Khamenei: 'Don't test us'Ali Khamenei's statements 'prove his weakness,' MK Benny Gantz says. 'I don't suggest anyone test us.'Gantz: I chose to advance the agenda of the State of IsraelIn TV interview, Benny Gantz discusses Netanyahu's trial, the overrule clause, and Lapid and Ya'alon. New Netanyahu government - can we expect anything different?Will anything change, or will his new left-wing partner Benny Gantz pull him over to the left? Bennett: Iran leaving Syria, but could come back if Israel let's upOutgoing Defense Minister Naftali Bennett holds ceremony to mark turnover of ministry to Benny Gantz. Gantz first day: Amir Eshel named next Defense Ministry directorEshel will replace outgoing Defense Ministry director-general Udi Adam. Gantz's first call: To families of Israelis held captive in GazaNew Defense Minister begins term by pledging his committment to securing the return of the Israelis held captive by Hamas in Gaza. World leaders welcome Israel's new governmentPM Netanyahu and alternate PM Gantz receive greetings over new government from Europe, the US and even India. Benny Gantz gets fourth office - in the Prime Minister's OfficeMK Gantz to open new office on Sunday, to the tune of millions of shekels. 'Necessary to run half a government,' sources say. Blue and White chairman Benny Gantz appoints first ever female haredi ministerGantz appointed MK Omer Yankelevich as the incoming Diaspora Minister, making her the first ever female Knesset minister. Likud: Naftali Bennett approached Gantz regarding minority governmentSources in the Likud accused Bennett of having contacted Benny Gantz regarding possibility of joining minority gov't. Pompeo: Only Israel will decide on sovereigntySecretary of State says he discussed the issue of sovereignty with Netanyahu and Gantz: They will have to find the way together. Gantz resigns as Knesset SpeakerBlue and White leader steps down after a month and a half as Knesset Speaker to assume new ministerial role. Gantz: It won't be my dream governmentBlue and White chairman says the political crisis should end next week and there will finally be a government in Israel. 72 MKs nominate Netanyahu for Prime MinisterLikud, Blue & White submit signatures of 72 MKs to President Rivlin, endorsing Netanyahu as prime minister. Unity government to be sworn in next WednesdayNetanyahu and Gantz agree that the new government will be sworn in on Wednesday of next week. Netanyahu demands Communications, Sports Ministry in exchange for Health MinistryNetanyahu reportedly demanding Communications or Culture and Sports Ministry from Blue and White in exchange for Health Ministry. Gantz seeking to appoint professional as Health MinisterBlue and White chairman reportedly seeking to appoint a non-politician as Health Minister, but not agreement on that yet. European ambassadors angered over sovereignty moveA group of 10 European ambassadors warn Israel that sovereignty over Judea and Samaria would destabilize the region. Blue and White MKs to donate 20% of their salariesBlue and White chairman to remain in his Rosh HaAyin home despite coalition agreement housing clause. Netanyahu-Gantz power-sharing law approved in first readingLegislation would anchor rotation agreement between Likud, Blue and White leaders in law. Gantz: I seek to spread hopeBlue and White leader issues call for unity as he lights first torch at opening ceremony of Israel's Independence Day at Mt. Herzl. Yair Lapid looks to block Gantz from becoming Prime MinisterYesh Atid chief offers to help Netanyahu cancel rotational agreement whenever the PM wants - thus preventing Gantz from becoming premier. Most Israelis support unity governmentPoll: Most Israelis support Netanyahu-Gantz unity government, but think Gantz made too many concessions.Gantz: Was this the right move? Only history will judgeBlue and White chairman says Israel would have gone to go to fourth election had he not reached an agreement with Netanyahu. 'Netanyahu collected materials on Gantz and Ashkenazi'Former PM Ehud Barak claims that Netanyahu collected information on Blue and White leaders in order to force them to join government. Report: Netanyahu offered five ministerial portfolios to Labor MKsNetanyahu's attempts to form a government without Benny Gantz reportedly continued until the very last minute.Gantz: We couldn't stand idly byBlue and White chairman explains reasoning behind unity government: Better to defeat coronavirus than win on social media. Lapid: Gantz's unconditional surrender has crushed democracyYesh Atid leader attacks unity deal between Gantz, Netanyahu, says deal had nothing to do with fighting coronavirus. PLO official blasts new Israeli governmentSaeb Erekat says Netanyahu-Gantz government is a threat to peace, security and stability in the Middle East. Left angry: 'Corrupt dirty-deal'Left-wing parties parties respond to unity government; MK Odeh: Gantz has legitimized annexation, racism, and corruption.'Unity agreement signed: National Unity government to be formedGovernment to finally form after Netanyahu, Gantz sign deal to form coalition. Netanyahu to be PM for year and a half, followed by Gantz.Unity government on the way? Gantz, Netanyahu to meetPrime Minister, Blue and White leader to meet in another attempt to form unity government. Composition of judiciary committee only obstacle. Gantz leaves meeting with Netanyahu without dealBlue & White chief Benny Gantz reportedly storms out of meeting with PM, prepares to back legislation aimed at Netanyahu.Netanyahu meets with Benny Gantz at Prime Minister's ResidencePrime Minister Netanyahu meets Blue and White chief Benny Gantz amid reports of progress towards formation of national unity government. Ya'alon to Gantz: It's not too late to join usMK Moshe Ya'alon speaks at leftist demonstration against unity government, urges Gantz to stop contacts with Netanyahu. Blue and White: Additional elections if Supreme Court rules against NetanyahuBlue and White agreed that if Supreme Court prohibits Netanyahu from serving as prime minister, the country would head for a 4th election.'Netanyahu holds all the cards'Dr. Maoz Rosenthal says Benny Gantz has made surprising moves resulting in Blue and White breaking up, but he has no power in negotiations. With negotiations on hold, Netanyahu bolstered by 'unlikely' sourceFormer Minister of Justice for Kadima trying to talk Gantz into settling for Likud's proposal.Blue and White's latest threatBlue and White says it will hold elections for Knesset Judiciary Committee if Likud does not agree to unity deal. EU warns Gantz against annexationBlue and White chairman told that any unilateral move to apply sovereignty would have a negative impact on EU relations with Israel.Gantz says 'significant progress' made in unity government negotiations with LikudGantz said that as far as he was concerned, there is nothing standing in the way of an agreement in the coming day. 'If elections are forced on us, we'll go with our heads held high'Blue and White chairman accuses Netanyahu of aiming to take Israel to its fourth election in just over a year. Liberman: I will not join Netanyahu's governmentYisrael Beytenu chairman criticizes contacts between Likud and Blue and White.Benny Gantz threatens PM Binyamin Netanyahu with anti-corruption legislatureGantz said that if there was no progress till Monday, he would allow legislation barring Netanyahu from running for office.Gantz and Netanyahu to meet again after holidayFollowing six-hour meeting, Netanyahu and Gantz agree to continue talks on a unity government after conclusion of Passover. |
