Naftali Bennett

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.

PM Bennett, new German Chancellor, discuss Iran threat

PM Bennett, Germany's Chancellor Scholz, discuss bilateral cooperation, emphasize importance of preventing Iran from becoming nuclear.

Confirmed COVID-19 case on PM Bennett's flight to Israel

PM Bennett and entire entourage are quarantining, will undergo another PCR test soon.

Iran condemns Bennett’s visit to UAE

Iran claims Bennett's visit to UAE was detrimental to regional security.

Bennett: Israel-UAE relationship example of how to make peace

Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has concluded his first visit to the UAE at the invitation of Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed.

PM concludes 'successful meeting' with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince

Bennett, in first such visit of a n Israeli PM to Abu Dhabi, discusses ways to strengthen Israel -UAE relationship in many areas.

Bennett in UAE: We are cousins - grandchildren of Abraham

Bennett vows deeper ties between Israel and its new Arab allies. 'Our partnership and friendship are natural - we are cousins.'

Tightening of economic relations at center of UAE visit

Bennett's meeting with Emirati Crown Prince will be the central part of his visit to the UAE.

Bennett arrives in Abu Dhabi, becoming first Israeli PM in UAE

Bennett meets with UAE foreign minister in Ahu Dhabi, after being received by honor guard.

Bennett departs for historic trip to UAE

Bennett leaves Israel on first trip by an Israeli prime minister to the United Arab Emirates.

Bennett offers assistance after deadly US tornadoes

PM says Israel ready to assist after at least 84 killed in tornadoes which swept across 5 US states.

Bennett falsely claims 2 British boys died of Omicron

PM makes claim that children died from Omicron variant during weekly Cabinet meeting, but no deaths have been confirmed so far.

Bennett to depart for UAE

Bennett expected to meet tomorrow with Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi in first official visit of an Israeli PM to UAE.

PM Bennett to HMOs: Increase pace of vaccinations

Prime Minister Naftali Bennett speaks with HMO CEOs and Chairpersons in order to increase pace of vaccinations against coronavirus.

Bennett under fire for pushing restrictions on unvaccinated

Hebrew University health expert says people should be convinced, not coerced, into getting vaccinated.

PM pushes lockdown for unvaccinated, Health Minister opposes

New restrictions to be imposed against Omicron variant. PM asks for compulsory vaccination option to be legally evaluated.

Knesset votes down bill to expel terrorists' families

PM Bennett, coalition vote against bill Yamina had previously supported deporting families of terrorists.

Bennett: Govt. will correct years of neglect of crime

PM praises passage of bill establishing minimum sentences on illegal weapons possession.

Bennett hints at airstrike on Syria: 'We will continue to act'

Israeli Prime Minister meets with Cypriot president and premier of Greece, alludes to overnight airstrikes on Syria: 'We won't tire.'

Bennett: Arab sector crime a problem for us all

PM Bennett, ministers visit south as part of plan to fight crime in Arab sector.