Naftali Bennett

Former Trump aide lauds Bennett's attack on terror-funding

Greenblatt related to PM Bennett's activity against PA policy of paying terrorists, saying it 'did not get the attention it deserved.'

PM Bennett: We finalized a new deal with Pfizer

'We finalized an agreement to speed up the next shipment of vaccines. The shipment is now set to arrive on the first of August.'

Netanyahu family leaves official PM's residence

Prime Minister’s Residence on Balfour Street in Jerusalem officially handed over to Prime Minister Naftali Bennett.

Report: Coalition striving for understandings with Joint List

Bennett-Lapid government striving to reach broader understandings with Arab party amid troubles in achieving a majority for proposed bills.

PM Bennett: We're looking into manufacturing vaccines in Israel

PM Bennett to propose formation of committee to seriously examine establishment of vaccine factory in Israel.

PM Bennett speaks with British PM Boris Johnson

The Prime Minister, Naftali Bennett, spoke for the first time today (Friday) with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Boris Johnson.

Lapid's gesture to Bennett

Foreign Minister will agree that Bennett will serve as caretaker prime minister if the budget is not approved and an election is called.

Report:

Bennett held secret meeting with King Abdullah of Jordan

Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett reportedly traveled secretly to Amman for sub rosa meeting with King Abdullah.

Israel responds to US condemnation of terrorist's punishment

'PM acts only out of consideration for the State of Israel's security,' statement says.

Was Bennett really surprised to learn of cuts to haredim?

Or was Liberman's decision part of a scheme to persuade haredi parties to join the coalition?

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Bennett considers Iran policy update ahead of meeting with Biden

Israeli PM orders review of whether current situation is better than a return to the Iran nuclear deal and what influence Israel can have.

Gafni to Bennett: 'Free the people from your punishment'

MK Moshe Gafni, head of the UTJ party, calls on PM Naftali Bennett to leave his office, free Israel. 'Let it go, it's too much for you.'

Israeli and Russian versions of Bennett-Putin conversation

It is remarkable how different two versions of the same diplomatic event can be. Op-ed.

PM Naftali Bennett's special 4th of July address

"President Biden has always proven not only his commitment to the American-Israeli alliance – but his true love to the Jewish people"

PM Bennett: America was founded on principles of the Bible

Watch PM Bennett at July 4th Embassy event talk about childhood in the US, founding fathers, and America's lasting influence on the world.

PM Bennett after defeat:

'The Opposition hurt Israel's security - but we'll fix it'

Government to make another bid at passing Citizenship Law before existing law expires Tuesday night. 'Bibi and Tibi chose petty politics.'

Will Bennett give up the Prime Minister's plane?

MK Yair Golan of Meretz urges PM to give up the state plane that Netanyahu ordered.

Shin Bet demands urgent renovations to PM's residence

Shin Bet says Prime Minister's residence requires serious security upgrades. Netanyahu's son: Where have they been for 12 years?

Bennett mulling reinstating restrictions following virus surge

As the rampant delta-variant wreaks havoc on an already-scarred population, Bennett said to be considering return to health safety measures.

Bennett, Putin, agree to hold meeting

PM Bennett speaks with Russia's Pres. Putin for first time since taking office.

Bennett Resolute: Citizenship Law to be voted on today

Despite defeat in Arrangements Committee, PM Bennett determined to hold Knesset vote on Citizenship Law.

Bennett: Happy 4th of July, we look forward to a joint future

Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett offers Fourth of July greeting to the US and President Biden.

Bennett, Pfizer CEO mull possible vaccine trade

Israeli PM speaks with Pfizer CEO in bid to solve 'vaccine crisis', including possible trades.

Bennett: Suitcases of cash for Hamas must end once and for all

PM addresses latest tensions in the south and clarifies: "Balloons, marches, harassment of any kind, will be met with a severe response."

Will the Covid-19 green pass return?

"Without cooperation of the citizens of Israel, we will consider bringing back some of the restrictions of the green pass", PM Bennett said.

MK Amsalem: "The left wants a nation like every other."

MK David Amsalem claims that the coalition has fooled the Israeli public once - but it won't manage it a second time.

Bennett okays increase in amount of water Israel sells to Jordan

Israel to sell an additional 50 million cubic meters of water per year under PM Bennett's new directive.

NIS 15m to upgrade Bennett home as premier's residence

New Prime Minister & family prefer to remain in Ra'anana home, which Shabak would have to refit to meet security demands.

The Evyatar Compromise

The Evyatar Compromise: Building the Land and Nation

Israel's new left-right government, headed by Naftali Bennett, faced its first major test today – and apparently passed it. Opinion

National Security Adviser Meir Ben-Shabbat to step down

National Security Adviser and head of National Security Council informs PM Bennett of his desire to step down.

'Bennett is Reform, I won't shake his hand'

MK Litzman says coalition is 'embarrassment,' 'shameful,' says he doesn't regret calling PM Bennett a 'Reform' Jew.

Lapid: I believe in Bennett, he's my friend

Foreign Minister in UAE: There is one prime minister and his name is Naftali Bennett.

Brazilian Olim petition PM Bennett to save Evyatar

Residents of Ra'anana who made Aliya from Brazil meet PM Bennett at his home to ask him to authorize Evyatar outpost.

'We'll ban flights to red countries'

'No one should get on a plane headed to a red country,' PM Bennett says.

Bennett speaks to Egyptian President

PM Bennett and Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi discuss bilateral, regional and international issues, praise peace agreement between the two countries.

Bennett: It is a crime not to get vaccinated now

PM says vaccine supply will begin to expire on July 9, making it impossible to get both shots afterwards.

Bennett to meet Biden in July

Bennett to have first meeting as prime minister with US President next month.

Coronavirus Cabinet decides: No new restrictions

Ministry of Education, Ministry of Health and National Security Council will formulate plans to open school.

Bennett: No new restrictions over the summer

PM calls on public to get vaccinated. 'We will promote masks instead of restrictions, and vaccines instead of lockdowns.'

Pompeo: I'm convinced Bennett will do the right things

Former Secretary of State praises Bennett but acknowledges he could have trouble keeping his coalition together.

Fatah dismisses notion that Israeli government is 'fragile'

Fatah statement says Palestinians do not accept the claim that the Bennett government will not be able to make decisions.

'We will consult our friends, but will act when needed'

Prime Minister Bennett speaks at IAF course graduation ceremony: Our enemies know we do not hesitate to act when needed.

Bennett: This government will last four years

PM at conference of Yamina activists: Ayelet Shaked is flourishing in the Ministry of the Interior, I am proud of Nir Orbach.

Government to form new Coronavirus Cabinet

Ministers to form new cabinet to enact COVID policy as Israel faces spread of Indian variant.

PM eyes new mask mandate, ban on entry of tourists to Israel

Prime Minister Bennett convenes meeting to weigh on possible new restrictions aimed at combating new variants of the coronavirus.

Bennett warns: No more 'games' with Hamas

Bennett warned that Israel would no longer tolerate attacks from Gaza and take the fight to Hamas without waiting around.

Channel 20 poll: Netanyahu bloc weakens

Likud remains the largest party with 29 seats. Yesh Atid with 22 seats, Religious Zionist Party rises to seven and Yamina has six.

Unusual incident outside Bennett's home in Raanana

Woman throws bleach on another woman who demonstrated against the PM. The victim suffered light injuries.

Bennett’s double gambit

Naftali Bennett destroyed Benjamin Netanyahu, or thinks he did. But he must destroy Lapid as well, in order to merely survive. Op-ed.

Likud MK to Bennett: Are you the PM or the left's puppet?

In an interview with Arutz Sheva, Likud MK Yoav Kisch doesn't mince words when wondering what happened to PM Bennett's right wing ideology.

Bennett: We are facing a new outbreak - don't go abroad

PM addresses spread of more contagious Delta variant, recommends people wear masks indoors again.

'What happens in Evyatar will show us who Naftali Bennett is'

MK Yoav Kish visits Samarian town, decries selective enforcement against Evyatar while Arab construction flourishes.

PM reaches deal with Arab party to pass Family Reunification Law

Government appears poised to pass law barring PA residents from gaining Israeli citizenship via marriage - despite Likud opposition.

Gafni lashes out at Bennett: You nothing!

UTJ chairman blasts Bennett in the Knesset plenum: Not five days after he became PM and the coronavirus is back.

Family Reunification Law: Bennett meets Abbas and Shaked

PM meets ministers, MKs in attempt to reach agreement on extension of law banning reunification of PA families in Israel.

Likud MK: I never thought of Bennett as religious

Former minister blasts new PM, accuses Yamina MK Orbach of "desecrating G-d's name."

Is Bennett set to shake-up global consensus on 2-state solution?

PM: “There is global consensus around the two-state solution, but...the world gets it wrong a lot." Op-ed.

PA: Bennett government is 'extremist', encourages terrorism

PA "foreign ministry" accuses Israeli government of encouraging Jews to carry out "attacks" against Palestinians.

Fines and enforcement: Bennett holds discussion on COVID-19

PM approves increased enforcement of the isolation of returnees from abroad.

'Our patience has worn thin, we won't tolerate sporadic attacks'

'Gaza will have to get used to a new Israeli policy, says Prime Minister Bennett in his first address as premier.