Naftali Bennett

Bennett: Beware of Iranian attempts to recruit Israelis

"It is possible that behind the information that you consume or share on social media are the Iranians," says PM.

Elkin, Bennett argue at Cabinet meeting

PM Bennett silences Minister Elkin after he tries to ask questions at COVID Cabinet meeting.

PM calls Netanyahu 'anti-patriotic' for mocking antigen tests

Likud responds: Israelis being forced to pay for unreliable tests; Bennett has lost control of the situation.

Bennett: Israel world leader in protecting elderly from Omicron

PM says Israel prepared for Omicron wave despite record high infection numbers, aim is to keep economy open.

Likud: Bennett govt. reaches new anti-Zionist lows

Likud criticizes govt. after Ra'am opposes planting of trees in the government.

Bennett: We are moving to continued offensive against Iran

'Israel is not a party to the nuclear talks and not committed to the agreement,' PM Bennett warns.

'She loved her people and her country': PM eulogizes Aura Herzog

Prime Minister Bennett eulogizes Aura Herzog, mother of Israel's president, and wife of sixth president, Chaim Herzog.

Bennett: We're in this together

"I understand the frustration; I know how hard this is. We will all need a lot of patience and staying power to get through this."

Diaspora rabbis, communal leaders thank PM for reopening Israel

350 rabbis and community leaders thank Prime Minister Bennett for reopening Israel to travel.

Bennett's makeup artist: 'I'm so proud he's my PM'

Noa Gavish from Netanya has been doing PM Bennett's makeup for the past six months. 'He makes me feel at home, he's an amazing person.'

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PM Bennett confronts Opposition MKs during stormy Knesset vote

'Get out! Shame on you!' Opposition lawmakers chant at Bennett, prompting PM to get out of his seat and confront Opposition MKs.

'You Sold Israel Out'

Shouting match in Knesset as 'Electricity Law' passes final vote

Opposition MKs jeer Prime Minister Bennett on Knesset floor, Bennett responds by castigating Opposition Leader Netanyahu.

Bennett: 4th shot caused 5-times greater antibody response

PM visits Sheba Medical Center, says results of first uses of 4th vaccine dose are very encouraging.

PM Bennett speaks with Boris Johnson

Israeli, British PMs speak about Iranian nuclear issue, fight against Omicron variant.

Bennett: 'A difficult night for Israel, we lost our best sons'

Prime Minister Bennett eulogizes helicopter pilots killed in crash off the coast of Haifa: 'We lost our best sons in an accident at sea.'

Bennett and Shaked Prank Yamina Party

Interior Minister Ayelet Shaked pranks Yamina that she was positive with corona. Bennett took the prank one step further.

Bennett: I have no intentions of meeting Abbas

Prime Minister says he approved not only the meeting between Defense Minister and PA chairman, but also the location.

'Omicron is here'

Israel to offer 4th dose as Bennett lays out Omicron road map

'Omicron is different than all the previous variants,' says Prime Minister Bennett. 'It requires us to adapt everything we knew about COVID'

Health Minister:

'Israel facing 'extreme' fifth wave, we'll have to ration tests'

'This wave will be extreme - but short', says Health Minister, as number of cases rises significantly. Ministers protest shift in policies.

PM Bennett paints a morbid picture of the upcoming Omicron wave

PM Naftali Bennett spoke in the cabinet meeting this morning on the expected Omicron wave, saying soon tens of thousands will be infected.

Bennett: Whoever directs missiles at Israel bears responsibility

PM addresses IDF attacks on Hamas targets following rockets shot toward Israel.

Bennett admits: No single way to manage COVID-19

Over a year after publishing a book on, 'How to Beat a Pandemic,' PM Bennett backtracks, admits there is no one clear-cut path.

'I wouldn't invite someone who pays murderers to my home'

Defense Min. Gantz's actions aren't contributing to coalition's stability, ministers say.

Bennett: The skies will open soon

PM says goal is to fight Omicron variant without locking down the country.

Bennett:

'Israel isn't opposed to nuke deal with Iran'

Prime Minister says Israel not opposed to Vienna nuclear talks with Iran, but laments current 'dynamic' of negotiations.

Haredi MK: 'Humility isn't this government's strong point'

MK Maklev asks PM Bennett: 'Does your government fit criteria of leadership? The public has no faith.'

Bennett:

'Israel is on the verge of an unprecedented infection storm'

Prime Minister vows that Samaria yeshiva, near site of recent terror attack, will remain intact; rips right-wing parties for past demolition

Bennett to Barkat:

'Go to Washington, make some noise about the consulate'

Bennett at the Knesset: There is no place for a Palestinian consulate in Jerusalem. Period.

Netanyahu to Bennett: You can't do anything right

Opposition leader slams government's response to Covid crisis, says it has no accomplishments.

Bennett comes to Knesset despite being in isolation

PM leaves isolation for Knesset debate after Likud refuses to offset his absence after his daughter contracts COVID.

High probability PM Bennett's daughter has Omicron variant

PM to remain in isolation, work from Ra'anana home as daughter tests positive for COVID, awaits results on which variant she has.

Yamina meeting with PM draws less than ten supporters

A party meeting with Prime Minister Naftali Bennett in Katzrin drew just seven supporters. Yamina insists that the rest were there on Zoom.

Bennett tests negative for COVID - but will remain in isolation

After Prime Minister's daughter found to be infected with COVID, Bennett tests negative for the virus, but will still remain in isolation.

Daughter of PM Bennett tests positive for COVID

Bennett leaves cabinet meeting in Golan and will stay in isolation pending reception of negative test result.

The right and left are in consensus about the Golan

Settling the Golan Heights is a top priority for Zionism. We are with the Golan, and we are on the Golan.Op-ed.

Mansour Abbas:

'I haven't spoken with Netanyahu since gov't was formed'

Ra'am chairman reveals Netanyahu was calling him constantly as he negotiated with Bennett and Lapid.

Rapid tests at nursing home entrances - even for vaccinated

PM Bennett holds telephone conference on Omicron, orders increased protection for Israel's elderly population.

Bennett: Lockdown may be unavoidable

PM Bennett reportedly said in closed conversations that a lockdown may be inevitable due to uptick in COVID-19 cases.

Bennett, Austrian Chancellor hold first conversation

Bennett speaks to Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer, invites him to visit Israel.

Bennett meets with US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan

Israeli prime minister speaks with US National Security Advisor about ongoing nuclear talks with Iran at Vienna, and key security issues.

Poll: 51% of Israelis want Bennett to meet with Mahmoud Abbas

40% of Yamina voters back meeting between Bennett and Palestinian Authority chief. Half of Israelis fear Abbas' replacement will be worse.

Biden hasn't answered Bennett's phone calls - for three weeks

Jake Sullivan, US National Security Adviser, lands in Israel for talks on Iranian threat, even as US Pres. Biden refuses to answer phone.

PM Bennett: 'We cannot prevent this wave of COVID-19 infections'

'The alternative is between restrictions and preventive measures now, and much harsher measures later,' PM Bennett says.

Smotrich accuses Bennett of flip-flopping on COVID policy

In light of the government's indecision regarding the new variant, MK Bezalel Smotrich states that Bennett cannot lead as PM.

Government mulling restrictions on gatherings

Bennett holds consultation on the continued dealing with the Omicron strain of COVID-19.

Bennett proposes denying entry to classes for unvaccinated kids

The Ministry of Education and other MKs oppose the proposal. Parental leadership: "A proposal that is a disgrace to decision-makers."

Bennett: PM's Residence needed renovation, we will move there

Bennett says he will move into the Prime Minister's Residence in Jerusalem after the renovation work on the house is completed.

Report: Lapid opposed Green Pass, Bennett backed down

Lapid's opposition reportedly surprised Bennett and caused him to back down from the move.

Omicron Variant:

Bennett: Time is running out - vaccinate your kids now

Prime Minister Bennett warns of 'fifth wave' of the coronavirus, lamenting 'rapid spread' of Omicron variant.

Naftali Bennett: Time is running out, the fifth wave is coming

PM at cabinet meeting calls on all citizens to be extra vigilant in light of Omicron variant's increased transmissibility.

Bennett: Terrorists must know they are on borrowed time

PM praises security forces for arresting terrorists who shot and killed Yehuda Dimentman.

Lapid meets activists as PM cancels reception

After PM cancels reception with foreign journalists, Foreign Minister posts about meeting with Yesh Atid activists.

Israeli PM cancels New Year's reception

Government New Year's reception is canceled at the last minute due to coronavirus outbreak.

Bennett eulogizes shooting victim

Prime Minister Naftali Bennett sent his condolences to the family of the man killed in a shooting last night in Samaria.

PM Bennett invited to write first letter of UAE Torah scroll

New Torah scroll will serve UAE Jewish community and its visitors.

Bennett: Israel will catch the terrorists

PM vows to 'settle the score' as leaders react to deadly shooting attack.

Yisrael Beytenu minister: Bennett is deceiving Lapid

Minister without portfolio Eli Avidar: Yesh Atid is asleep, Bennett is deceiving Lapid.

Bennett to Barlev: We can't generalize against entire sector

PM phones Public Security Minister after his remarks on "settler violence". Sides report conversation was held in a good atmosphere.

Former Minister: Biden does not answer Bennett's calls

Former Finance Minister Yisrael Katz accuses Finance Minister Liberman of harming all of Israeli society, Bennett of failing on Iran.

Bennett: Settlers are our defensive wall, don't generalize

PM responds to Public Security Minister Omer Barlev's discussion of 'settler violence' with US Deputy Secretary of State.