Benny Gantz Gantz: Europe also understands danger of IranBlue and White Chairman calls to translate letter of warning against Iranian missiles sent by French, German, and UK ambassadors to UN. Liberman: We're going to electionsYisrael Beytenu chairman says he does not intend to join a narrow government, is convinced that a unity government is no longer an option. Netanyahu, Gantz meet: No progress madeLikud, Blue and White leaders meet for 45 minutes, fail to make headway in unity government negotiations. Gantz rejects defense pact with USBlue and White leader says mutual defense pact would limit Israel's ability to defend itself despite close relationship with the US. Gantz: 'I will give Netanyahu a position befitting his status'MK Gantz says he's willing to form a unity government - but only if he serves as PM for its first two years. Letter to an Israeli friend - from a concerned MontrealerDo you fully understand the present situation in Israel? The concerted enraged attack of the Israeli Left on Netanyahu isn’t in fact an offensive against his person, although the Left does hate him viscerally—its aim is returning the Left to power. 'Don't listen to those who advise you to be stubborn'Education Minister: We are not the United Kingdom or Italy. We don't have the privilege of a third election. Likud negotiator: Gantz is afraid of Yair LapidMinister Yariv Levin says he hopes Blue and White party will show openness to real negotiations today. Shaked: Netanyahu's proposal is fairNew Right chairwoman supports Prime Minister Netanyahu's latest proposal for Blue and White. Gantz: Netanyahu has become a burden on Likud membersBlue and White chairman: The State of Israel needs a unifying leader who respects law enforcement agencies and does not attack them. Gantz: 'We're looking for options to form a unity government'Blue and White leader meets local leaders in the Galilee. Netanyahu's optionsLoyalty to the people comes first, before loyalty to any one person. Could new Netanyahu-Gantz deal prevent third elections?Under new proposal for power-sharing deal, Netanyahu would continue to serve as PM for 6 months, before being replaced by Gantz. Gantz: 'One Knesset Member drags entire country to elections'Blue and White Chairman: 'If G-d forbid we go to elections, we do for 3 reasons that are 1 reason - bribery, fraud, and breach of trust.'Stick with Netanyahu or face a lethal Two-State SolutionEither stand behind Netanyahu, or prepare to see 600 pound war-headed mortar shells from the 'West Bank' hitting Tel Aviv by 2022.Israel Hayom donates NIS 50,000 to charities chosen by GantzA settlement was reached in libel suit brought against Israel Hayom by Blue and White chairman Benny Gantz. Gantz: Prevent unnecessary and expensive elections"I am continuing my efforts to achieve a majority in the Knesset to prevent elections," says Blue and White chairman. Gantz: A sad day for IsraelBlue and White leaders comment on Netanyahu indictments. Lapid: Netanyahu cannot remain prime minister. Tibi still willing to serve as 'blocking bloc' for GantzJoint Arab List leader MK Ahmed Tibi finds 'incitement' against them 'incomprehensible'.Gantz: Because of Hendel and Hauser, I'm not PMGantz criticizes his party members, Lapid stopped a unity government whilst Handel and Hauser stopped a minority government. Netanyahu to Gantz: Let's have immediate, unconditional talksPM criticizes Blue and White leader after he returns mandate to president, says two leaders will succeed if they work together.Gantz returns mandate to presidentBlue and White leader fails to form coalition.Gantz and Netanyahu meet, no progress madeGantz and Prime Minister Netanyahu hold crucial meeting 25 hours before expiry of Gantz's mandate to form a government. US Ambassador briefed Gantz ahead of settlement announcementHad Gantz informed of readiness to declare government within 24 hours, it is uncertain announcement would have been made.Last chance for unity government?Gantz, Netanyahu to meet tonight, one day before Gantz will have to return mandate to form government to the president. Message to Gantz from Yesha Council leadersYesha Council call to Blue and White leaders: 'No narrow government should be allowed - join a broad unity government.' Benny Gantz insulates Arab MKs from criticismBlue and White Chair strongly attacks PMs words at Likud rally: 'Instead of scare tactics, let's talk. Instead of inciting, let's talk.' Netanyahu: 'Blue and White galloping to minority government'Right bloc MKs gather for joint meeting; PM warns: 'Minority government - Hamas, Iran, Hezbollah's dream government.' 'Gantz wants to be prime minister - at any cost'Senior officials close to MK Gantz say he's 'not a pushover,' isn't afraid of relying on Arab parties for support. Dichter warns: Disaster in the colors of blue and whiteDeputy Defense Minister warns against minority government supported by Arab MKs. "Stop this roller coaster before it starts moving." Gantz to right-wing parties: Dismantle the blocBlue and White chairman calls on leaders of the right-wing parties to break up their 55-MK bloc. New Right: We won't dismantle the bloc. Rivlin outline: 'No disqualifications, no boycotts'Channel 13 News reveals details about President Rivlin's plan for unity government as presented to Netanyahu and Gantz. Time running out for Gantz to form governmentBlue and White leader has less than a week to form government before returning mandate to president. Disagreement within Blue and White over unity governmentBlue and White leaders disagree over whether to enter into government with Netanyahu over investigations against him. Gantz: End campaign with strong deterrenceBlue and White chair tours Gaza periphery, backs PM in actions against terrorists, but won't connect unity gov't to security situation. Haredi MK: There won't be a government in the near futureMK Uri Maklev pessimistic about unity government being formed so long as Gantz has the mandate to form a government. Deri's promise to GantzShas chairman reportedly promised Gantz that his party would quit a unity government if Netanyahu doesn't honor rotation agreement.Gantz: 'We're willing to weigh compromises'Blue and White leader says he's willing to compromise - but only if it fits his party's worldview.Watch: Gantz dances at wedding in Bnei BrakA handful of haredim heckled Blue and White chairman who attended wedding of son of UTJ MK Yaakov Asher. 'A blatant and shameful act worthy of every condemnation'Blue and White, Labor-Gesher leaders come under fire for taking advantage of Rabin memorial to attack Netanyahu. Sovereignty in Jordan Valley: 'Matter of national consensus''Israeli sovereignty in Jordan Valley is capable of uniting citizens of Israel: Right, Zionist Left, Center.'Poll gives Netanyahu slight advantage in direct votingChannel 12 News poll looks at possibility of holding direct election for PM revealing Netanyahu receives 40% of vote, Gantz - 36%. Gantz: Netanyahu wants third electionBlue and White leader blames PM Netanyahu for coalition negotiations deadlock at halfway point of his mandate to form government. Bennett requests unity from Gantz and NetanyahuNew Right Party head speaks at memorial event for Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, implores Netanyahu and Gantz who attended to form unity government.Gantz: Israel is more important than any leaderTens of thousands of people gather at Rabin Square in Tel Aviv at Rabin Memorial Rally. Gantz: 'Israel will never give in to hatred'At memorial for murdered PM, premier-hopeful Gantz says incitement 'reared its ugly head' once again, a quarter century later. 'In the end we'll hold new elections and you'll be replaced'PM Netanyahu warns MK Gantz not to drag his feet: 'In the end you'll be replaced.' Gantz optimistic a unity government will be formedBlue and White chairman publishes update on coalition negotiations: The picture painted in the media is not necessarily accurate. Gantz: I will make Kotel area for non-OrthodoxBlue and White leader says he will implement 'Western Wall deal' if he becomes PM. 'Western Wall is long enough for all.' Jared Kushner meets Benny GantzSpecial adviser to US President meets leader of Blue and White party to discuss US peace plan. Gantz: No progress in meeting with NetanyahuBlue and White leader says PM Netanyahu more concerned with avoiding prosecution than negotiating in good faith. Netanyahu, Gantz to meet todayBlue and White, Likud leaders to meet for first time since Gantz received the mandate to form the government from President Reuven Rivlin. PM Netanyahu to meet Gantz on SundayPM Netanyahu, MK Gantz, to meet for coalition talks in Tel Aviv. Tibi: If new elections are held, we'll get 15 seatsJoint List MK says he would welcome new elections, stresses Joint List will not be part of a government.Gantz to be keynote speaker at rally in memory of RabinBlue and White chairman to attend and speak at central rally on 24th anniversary of assassination of Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin. Kushner to meet with Netanyahu and GantzWhite House senior adviser will arrive in Israel and meet with PM, Blue and White leader for talks related to US peace plan. Gantz to meet Odeh and TibiBlue and White chairman to meet heads of Arab parties, but sources close to him stress these are not coalition negotiations. |
