Naftali Bennett

Bennett denies billions given to UAL

Former PRime Minister Naftali Bennett claims that at no time was the UAL party given billions of shekel for Israel's Arab population.

Naftali Bennett to step down as Alternate Prime Minister

Alternate PM informs Prime Minister Yair Lapid of his intention to resign from his position in the coming days.

Bennett: 'Hopefully, we'll have a large, broad government'

Former PM Naftali Bennett says voting is a 'great merit,' expresses hope for 'large, broad' unity government.

Naftali Bennett:

'We need a wide unity government based on the largest parties'

The Alternate Prime Minister stated that the best thing for Israel would be a unity government., refused to say if he will support Shaked.

Amid terror wave:

Lapid holds special security discussion

Lapid, Bennett, Gantz and other senior officials discuss ways to prevent further escalation in Judea and Samaria.

Lebanon agreement:

Shaked wanted to veto deal, Bennett refused

Alternate PM Bennett says bringing Lebanon agreement for Knesset vote will mean it isn't approved.

Shaked demands right of veto if Bennett resigns position

Ayelet Shaked demands to receive right of veto if Bennett resigns position before new government is formed.

Bennett has reservations about Lebanon deal

Alternate Prime Minister says in talks that Lebanon is getting everything it wants in agreement on maritime borders.

Bennett slams Lapid:

'No room for another state between river and sea'

Alternate PM says PM Lapid risking Israel security by bringing up possibility of PA state at the UN.

Bennett blinked first

When two coalition MKs said they would vote against the Settlement Law and the Opposition refused to vote for it Bennett caved. Op-ed.

Bennett: This govt. was the best decision of my life

Former PM says he does not regret putting "the country above my base."

Poll: Bennett would get 5 seats if he returned to politics

New poll shows right-wing bloc again failing to get more than 59 seats to form a coalition.

Bennett slams UTJ: Businessmen condemn children to ignorance

Alternate PM says clause in agreement to keep UTJ together banning secular studies in haredi schools will condemn a generation to poverty.

Bennett: 'We're having a family honeymoon'

Former PM Bennett speaks about the elite IDF unit which has produced three prime ministers, and whether he misses politics.

Bennett to US ambassador: I'm not ready to lose soldiers in vain

Alternate PM says US pressure on Israel over its rules of engagement following reporter's death sets 'dangerous and unacceptable precedent.'

Kahana asks Bennett to support National Unity Party

Bennett is currently refusing to openly support National Unity or any other party, not even discreetly.

Bennett: I have no intention of running in this election

Former Prime Minister says he will be taking a break from politics, dispels rumors he is considering comeback to save faltering party.

Bennett denies reports he is returning to politics

Former PM maintains he is not running in November elections despite poll showing him helping Zionist Spirit party clear electoral threshold.

Is Bennett planning a return to politics?

TV report: Bennett presented with polls suggesting a party led by him would safely pass the electoral threshold.

Lapid speaks with Biden about Iran nuclear deal

US President finally responds to PM Lapid's attempts to speak with him regarding Iran nuclear deal.

Lapid, Netanyahu meet to discuss Iran nuclear deal

PM, Opposition leader meet as western powers appear poised to re-enter Iran nuclear deal over Israel's objections.

Bennett in talks with high-tech org. for post-politics career

Former PM looking to return to the private sector, where he made millions before entering politics.

Bennett in last-minute appeal to Biden: Don't sign Iran deal

Alternate PM issues plea amid reports new Iran nuclear deal imminent, says Israel will not be bound by any such agreement.

Politicians from both sides of aisle call out Abbas antisemitism

Netanyahu, Bennett and Gantz are among those to take to social media to call out PA chairman's comments on Holocaust.

End of Yamina as Bennett splits from party

Bennett joins MKs Kahana and Pinto in unusual move which will allow Kahana to run with Gantz in the next election.

Yamina officially transferred to Ayelet Shaked

Naftali Bennett announces he has completed the transfer of the Yamina Party to Ayelet Shaked.

Bennett to Barlev:

'I will always appreciate you'

Alternate Prime Minister offers words of support for Minister Omer Barlev who was relegated to a low spot on Labor Party slate.

Deri: Bennett, Shaked are not within scope of Religious Zionism

Shas chairman says Yamina leaders crossed a line in joining with anti-religious parties, Netanyahu targeted by those who want secular state.

Bennett:

'Netanyahu damaged relations with Jordan for an Instagram photo'

Alternate PM says Israel-Jordan relations were harmed for years because Netanyahu posted a picture with Israeli guard who shot a Jordanian.

Shin Bet investigating threatening emails against Lapid's wife

The emails included swears and threats to the Prime Minister's wife.

Bennett on Ukraine: No one would stand up for the Jews

'No one will fight our wars for us. Not in Iran, not in Syria, not in Gaza. No one will stand up for Jews in times of trouble'.

Bennett, Mossad chief slam Haaretz report

Former PM, Mossad Chief David Barnea issue joint statement defending former Bennett adviser Shimrit Meir from leaks accusations.

Bennett refuses Lapid's offer of prominent office

Sources close to Bennett say he decided to remove himself from the public and media radar.

Bennett's warning to the Cabinet

Alternate PM warns during discussion on the Ukraine war Israel must maintain its freedom of action in Syria.

Biden calls Bennett 'brave,' says he loves Netanyahu

US President greets Israeli leaders upon arrival, says Bennett did an "amazing thing."

Did Bennett boycott Cabinet meeting out of anger at Lapid?

Alternate prime minister reportedly angered by behavior of new prime minister.

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Watch: Israel and US celebrate 4th of July on Jerusalem

Naftali Bennett, Isaac Herzog, and US ambassador, Tom Nides spoke at the official 4th of July event in Jerusalem.

Bennett says farewell: Iran knows it can't act with impunity

IDF bids farewell to outgoing Prime Minister Naftali Bennett,, leaders thank Bennett for contributions to Israel's security.

Interior Min. Shaked bids farewell to outgoing PM Bennett

Interior Min. Shaked, now at the helm of Yamina, bids farewell to her political partner of nearly ten years. 'You made Israel top priority.'

"Israel has no better friend"

Blinken welcomes Israel's new PM Lapid

'Our commitment to Israel’s security remains ironclad,' US Sec. of State Blinken says.

Will Bennett's Ra'anana neighbors finally get their homes back?

A silver lining of Israel’s political turmoil: Naftali Bennett’s neighbors can finally get their driveways back.

Bennett, Lapid, hold modest handover ceremony

'This country does not belong to any one person. Guard it well, and may G-d watch over you,' outgoing PM Bennett tells incoming PM Lapid.

Watch: Bennett accidentally takes Lapid's phone, hilarity ensues

During today's Knesset session in which Lapid was handed over the reins as Prime Minister, he realized he was missing a key accessory.

Bennett steps down: I will remain a loyal soldier of Israel

Outgoing PM preaches message of unity as he announces he will not run in the upcoming elections.

Political spectrum split on Bennett's departure

Prime Minister Naftali Bennett's departure speech drew varied reactions from the rest of Israel's political echelon.

Bennett will not run in upcoming elections

Outgoing PM informs Yamina members he will not participate in the Knesset elections in the fall after coalition dissolves.

Herzog thanks Bennett as he leaves office

President meets with outgoing PM as dissolution of the Knesset proceeds.

Report:

Bennett likely to remain at helm of Yamina

After considering leaving political life altogether, Prime Minister Bennett now reportedly planning to stay on as chief of Yamina.

Bennett: Hamas video of Israeli captive heinous, desperate

PM responds to Hamas video purportedly showing Hisham al-Sayad in the hospital, says terror groups hold Israelis in violation of intl. law.

Bennett: I suggest our enemies not provoke us

PM holds situational assessments with Mossad, ISA directors.

Bennett: Israel holds Hamas responsible for prisoners' condition

PM responds to Hamas 'psychological warfare' announcing deteriorating health of Israeli prisoner. 'Hamas proves again it is criminal.'

Bennett to Yamina activists: We need broad unity

The prime minister and members of his faction met Yamina activists with Bennett telling them he will deal with the Iranian threat.

Report:

Bennett mulling leaving government in next few days

Naftali Bennett tells confidants that he may resign from government soon, rather than serve as alternate prime minister.

Can elections be averted?

MK Bezalel Smotrich: There's still a chance

"For me, elections are the best as we'll gain, but the national interest comes first."

Last Cabinet meeting:

Bennett: We had a short govt. with great achievements

PM lauds achievements of his government to applause in final Cabinet meeting he will lead.

Yesh Atid wants to dissolve Knesset as soon as possible

Bennett to meet Shaked today as the 2 longtime allies face tensions over announcement of dissolution of the Knesset.

Bennett: A totally right-wing government is a 'disaster'

'A government trapped in the hands of the extreme is horrible and awful,' PM Bennett says.

Government collapse

Lapid to take over as prime minister this week

Foreign Min. Lapid may hold first Cabinet meeting as Prime Minister this coming week.

Shaked:

If Bennett doesn't run, I will head Yamina

Yamina's number two does not rule out sitting with former PM Netanyahu, report says.

Government collapse

Bennett hints at temporary departure from politics

'I'm going to try to make a comeback,' says prime minister, defending his premiership - and rogue Yamina MKs who backed the Opposition.