Naftali Bennett

Russia-Ukraine war:

Bennett: Israel must take any chance to facilitate peace

PM after returning from meetings with Putin, German Chancellor: Even if chance is small, Israel has moral duty to make attempt for peace.

Bennett speaks with Zelensky for third time in past day

PM and Ukraine president speak on the phone following Bennett's meetings with leaders of Germany and Russia.

Diaspora Min. asks PM to cancel deposits for Ukrainian refugees

Diaspora Affairs Minister Dr. Nachman Shai sends letter to PM Bennett calling NIS 10,000 deposit for Ukrainian refugees 'inhuman.'

Likud MK belittles Bennett: He's not a serious mediator

MK Yisrael Katz downplays Bennett's meeting with Putin: The Americans do not need Bennett to mediate with Russia.

Bennett takes off from Berlin to Israel

Prime Minister Naftali Bennett concludes visit to Russia and Germany, takes off for Israel.

Ukraine official: Israel withholding defensive equipment

Diplomatic adviser to Ukraine's Pres. Zelenskyy lashes out at Israel, then demands the Jewish state be 'more active' in brokering efforts.

After meeting with Putin, Israeli PM heads to Berlin

Israeli PM Bennett spoke about Ukraine war, Iran deal, with Russia's Pres. Putin.

PM Bennett meets Putin at the Kremlin

PM Bennett traveled secretly to Moscow in the Mossad's private jet, source says.

Bennett speaks with IAEA Chief ahead of his visit to Iran

PM emphasizes Israel's positions on Vienna nuclear talks, Iran nuclear program.

Zelenskyy says Bennett not supportive enough of Ukraine

Ukrainian Pres. says he is moved by Israelis' support for his country, but Israeli PM not as supportive as Israeli people are.

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Bennett speaks at CyberTech 2022 Conference

Prime Minister Naftali Bennett's speaks at the CyberTech 2022 Conference in Tel Aviv.

PM: World leaders must act quickly to prevent disaster

"I'm talking about untold loss of life, millions of refugees," Bennett stresses. "Act, before it's too late."

Report:

Bennett refused Reform demand to approve Western Wall plan

PM Bennett concerned approval of Western Wall plan will lead to mass protests, report says.

Germany-Israel relations get 'significant upgrade,' Bennett says

PM Bennett says leaders must 'do our utmost to stop the bloodshed,' says it is 'still not too late' to negotiate end to Ukraine war.

Likud MK:

'Instead of fighting terror, Bennett is fighting the settlers'

MK Yariv Levin castigates Bennett over arrest of youths at Homesh yeshiva.

German Chancellor Scholz visits Yad Vashem

In first visit to Israel, Germany's Chancellor Olaf Scholz meets PM Bennett, visits Holocaust memorial museum.

Bennett to Ukrainian Jewish youths: You have a home here

PM meets students on Masa program from Ukraine , hears of the trials facing their families as Russian invasion continues.

Russia-Ukraine War:

Bennett: 'We can speak to both sides. We're helping - quietly'

Israeli prime minister says Israel is one of the only 'credible' players who can still speak to both sides.

Netanyahu: Israeli PM must know how to say 'no' to US

Opposition leader accuses govt. leaders of allowing Iran to arm terrorists and build nuclear weapons in order to not anger Biden Admin.

Bennett: Neglect of Negev to end in our term

PM says government taking more action against crime in the Negev than ever before.

Netanyahu: Lapid, Bennett should talk less about Ukraine

Opposition leader says PM, Foreign Minister taking eye off danger of return to weak Iran nuclear deal with focus on Ukraine crisis.

Bennett at Cabinet meeting:

'Israel is not the issue, we need to keep a low profile'

Energy Minister Karine Elharrar: There are no shortages at the moment but price increases are expected.

Bennett: Israel to send 100 tons of humanitarian aid to Ukraine

Israeli PM pledges Jewish State will do all it can to assist Ukrainian people affected by war with Russia.

Report:

Ukraine asks Israel to mediate talks with Russia

Ukrainian President Zelensky reportedly asked PM Bennett to consider mediating ceasefire talks with Russia.

Bennett to Zelensky: Israel willing to offer humanitarian aid

Israeli PM Bennett speaks on the phone with Ukraine's Pres. Zelensky, offering aid and expressing support during difficult times.

Israeli PM holds special meeting on Ukraine-Russia conflict

Bennett holds assessment of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

Bennett:

'Israel will help Ukraine's citizens as much as possible'

Israeli Prime Minister vows to help Ukrainian civilians impacted by war with Russia, urges Israelis to evacuate.

End to coalition crisis?

Bennett to present compromise on IDF pensions

PM to present compromise on the pensions of permanent IDF personnel after Gantz boycotted Knesset votes over the law.

Biden Admin. rejects Bennett's criticism of Iran nuke deal

State Department spokesperson says Israeli defense officials agree withdrawal from Iran nuclear deal was a mistake which can't be repeated.

Bennett:

'West is about to pour billions into Iran's apparatus of terror'

After 2-year hiatus, Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations holds 40th annual conference in Jerusalem

Bennett: We may soon see Iran deal weaker than previous one

PM says signing new agreement without extending expiration date would allow Iran to build 'stadiums' of centrifuges in another 2.5 years.

Health Minister blasts 'settler violence,' Bennett silent

Meretz chairman claims in Cabinet meeting 'settler violence is a 'national strategic threat,' prompting outrage from DM Gantz.

Israel preparing for Iran deal as soon as next week

Prime Minister Naftali Bennett expected to publicly comment on Iran deal as talks near the finish line.

Bennett: Omicron wave is breaking

PM says his government's polices protected citizens from COVID while ensuring record economic growth, green pass ending.

Bennett:

'Australia stands strong in recognizing Hamas as terror org.'

PM thanks Australia for recognizing all of Hamas as a terrorist organization. "Terrorists only understand strength.'

PM Bennett to Pelosi: 'Thank you for your ongoing support'

Prime Minister Bennett meets with Democratic Congressional delegation led by US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi.

PM Bennett: Omicron wave is breaking

Israeli Prime Minister Bennett convenes discussion on easing coronavirus restrictions, says Israel is the fastest-growing economy.

Report: Tourists, children, soon to be allowed into Israel

PM Bennett planning to allow foreign children to enter Israel, eliminate Green Pass for events, conferences.

Blinken welcomes Bennett's visit to Bahrain

Secretary of State: Bennett's Bahrain visit another important step towards a better tomorrow for the Middle East.

Senior Israeli official:

'We're not giving up on stopping bad Iran deal'

Official in PM Bennett's entourage in Bahrain says situation in Shimon Hatzadik 'could end badly.'

Army Radio commentator:

'Iran very worried by Bennett's visit to Bahrain'

Arab Affairs analyst Jacky Hugi tells Israel National News that PM's visit to Bahrain constitutes a 'provocation' to Iran.

Bennett: Religion in Mid. East need not be defined by brutality

Israeli PM speaks to Bahraini children, says they can build the better future envisioned by the Patriarch Abarham.

PM Bennett meets Bahraini Crown Prince at his palace

Bahraini Crown Prince and Prime Minister Salman bin Hamad al-Khalifa welcomes Bennett in first official visit by an Israeli PM to Bahrain,

Bennett meets with Commander of American Fifth Fleet

Israeli Prime Minister meets with Vice Admiral Cooper, commander of US Navy's Fifth Fleet, during visit to Bahrain.

Bennett meets with Bahraini Jewish community leaders

"You can be a remarkable bridge between Bahrain and Israel," prime minister tells them.

Watch: PM Bennett arrives in Bahrain for historic visit

Bennett received with honor guard by several Bahraini ministers, other senior officials.

Historic:

Bennett takes off to Bahrain for meeting with King Al Khalifa

PM departs for 2-day visit to Bahrain, where he will meet the king and crown prince, in first such visit by an Israeli prime minister.

Historic Visit:

Bennett heads to Bahrain for meeting with King Al Khalifa

Israeli prime minister accepts king's invitation to visit Bahrain, will meet with members of royal family.

Naftali Bennett meets with Senator Lindsey Graham

Republican senator Lindsey Graham meets with Prime Minister Bennett to discuss Iranian threat, bilateral cooperation.

Why Israel must avoid involvement in Russia-Ukraine crisis

Any move made by Israel impacts on Jews worldwide, explains Diaspora Affairs Minister Nachman Shai.

Moshe Gafni:

'Bennett makes a gesture like a child, is that not psychotic?'

United Torah Judaism chairman blasts Liberman: He doesn't care about the economy. We're all suffering because of this man.

Bennett, Lapid call on Israelis to leave Ukraine immediately

Travel warning to Ukraine strengthened as Russian invasion of Ukraine continues to loom.

Bennett to German FM:

'You must give Iran a deadline for nuclear deal'

German Foreign Minister says Iran nuclear talks in Vienna are 'entering final phase,' but Israeli PM warns against return to 2015 deal.

Economy Minister defends plan to lower costs amidst criticism

Economy Minister Barbivay defends plan for lowering taxes, lowering prices of consumer goods and electricity, amidst rising cost of living.

Bennett: We're lowering taxes for working families

Bennett, Liberman, and Barbibai present economic plan, including reducing tax for every working parent by 230 NIS for every child ages 6-12.

First PM visit in 21 years:

PM Bennett & Education Min. visit elementary school in Kfar Saba

'We will do everything so that you may continue to come to school every day as usual,' PM Bennett tells students.

Plan to reduce cost of living will cut electricity price hike

PM Bennett, Finance Min. Liberman, expected to announce cut to electricity price hike, but leave gas price untouched.

PM Bennett visits Haifa naval bases

PM receives comprehensive briefing about naval operations from GOC Navy Vice Admiral Salma, tours submarine and missile corvette flotillas.

Pegasus Spyware Scandal:

Decision on commission of inquiry in coming days

PM convenes consultation with heads of legal system regarding the steps to be taken before establishing commission of inquiry.

Netanyahu: Bennett has not kept a single promise

PM at Besheva, Israel National News Jerusalem conference accuses govt. of showing weakness to the Arab world.