Naftali Bennett

Bennett: Israel Advocacy Requires Strong Jewish Identity

At sendoff for religious-Zionist emissaries to Diaspora, Naftali Bennett says fight for Jewish identity key in saving world Jewry.

Report: Bennett May Give Up Knesset Seat

Naftali Bennett may resign from the Knesset if the “Norwegian Law” is passed, making way for Shuli Muallem to take a vacant Jewish Home seat

Bennett Promises to 'Bring Pollard Home'

Jewish Home chair emphasizes Pollard's potential release unrelated to Iran deal, says Israel doing everything right for his return.

Bennett to Arutz Sheva: Iran Deal a 'Mortal Threat'

'We're giving them billions of dollars, sending them to buy weaponry, then making them immune to future attacks,' Education Minister fires.

Bennett Slams Lapid, Defends Netanyahu on Iran

Education Minister Naftali Bennett defended Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu from barbs being issued by Yesh Atid head Yair Lapid.

Bennett, Beit El Protestors Face Off At Meeting

Tensions surfaced in Jewish Home, as a loud shouting match broke out between Naftali Bennett and party members from Beit El.

Bennett Calls to Dissolve Culture Committee

Education Min. bemoans people 'deciding what art our children are exposed to;' says plays from Samaria theaters won't stand a chance.

Bennett on CNN: We'll Do Whatever We Need to Defend Ourselves

Education Minister warns against "terrible deal" with Iran, says Israel "is prepared for any eventuality".

Bennett Takes on Sneering BBC Anchor: Iran Deal is a Farce

In remarkably hostile interview, Education Minister Naftali Bennett exposes the gaping holes in Iran nuclear deal.

Bennett: Iran Deal 'International Hara-Kiri'

Education Minister Naftali Bennett compares Iran deal to Japanese suicide ritual, urges MKs to unite before disastrous deal is signed.

Bennett: Gaza Eviction Was Intended to Destroy the Right

The Oslo Accords and the Disengagement were designed to cause the collapse of religious Zionism, charges Jewish Home head.

Family of Israeli Held by Hamas Accepts Apology of PM's Envoy

Mengistu's family 'brushes off' threats by Lotan, who gets backing from Bennett, and postpones meeting with Netanyahu.

Bennett Makes Israeli Schools Teach German

Education minister signs agreement with German officials to have the language added to schools, including a German diploma.

Minister Bennett: Reform Jews Are Jews, Period

In backlash at Shas minister's statements against non-Orthodox Jews, Jewish Home minister releases a terse tweet.

Bennett: Bedouin Teachers Who Joined ISIS 'Crossed a Red Line'

In an interview with Arutz Sheva, Education Minister denounces behavior of Bedouin teacher who spread ISIS teachings in schools.

Bennett Warns: You Can't Run From Terror

Education Minister meets students at Gush Katif Center in message against expulsion of Jews.

Will Bennett Face Bibi, Flex Muscles over Civil Administration?

2.5 months into government's term, Defense Minister still won't hand over authority despite coalition agreement.

Naftali Bennett Supports Gaza Reconstruction

Jewish Home party chairman advocates trading military aid in for rice - reducing Hamas's need for warfare.

'B'Tselem? Our B'Tselem? It Can't Be'

Naftali Bennett slams leftist organizations for contributing to 'war crimes' allegations in UN report.

'UN Report Has Jewish Blood on its Hands'

Israel quickly responds to 'biased' and 'prejudicial' UN report alleging it committed war crimes during Operation Protective Edge.

'The UN Has Never Been Honest'

Education Minister Naftali Bennett reaffirms Israel's humaneness after the UN claims Israel deliberately made Gazan children suffer.

Bibi's Net Worth: $11M; Bennett's is $8M

Prime Minister beats out Barack Obama, who is worth $5-7M. Most of the wealth is in real estate.

Piron Attacks Both Right and Left in Facebook Hissy Fit

Both extreme leftists and right-wingers have 'lost their minds' in present culture war, MK Shai Piron writes in bid for unity.

Bennett Tells Bereaved Family: 'Your Son Was Murdered Twice'

Education Minister assures family of Moshe Tamam schoolchildren will no longer view play honoring their son's terrorist killer.

'Don't Abandon Our Children'

Education Ministry cuts leave children in the Gaza area without crucial psychological counseling; MK Haim Yellin fights back.

Artists Blast 'Non-Democratic' Ban on Pro-Terror Play

Slamming Bennett and Regev for sanctions against Israeli-Arab theaters, group of artists promise to fight censorship.

Culture Committee Furious at Cut in Funding for Pro-Terror Play

'We won't be rubber stamp for the Minister's decisions,' committee asserts after Bennett removes terror-inspired play from its repertoire.

Livni Defends Actor Who Boycotted 'Settlement'

Zionist Union MK blasts Culture Minister who threatened action against the Arab actor.

'Terror Play' Saga Continues

Victim's Family Demand Their Voice be Heard

Family of Moshe Tamam push to attend emergency meeting on freedom of speech, after Bennett cut funding for play on Tamam's killer.

Bennett to Liberman: Stop the Nonsense, Join the Coalition

Jewish Home chairman urges Yisrael Beytenu head to “stop the nonsense” and join the coalition.

Bennett Cuts Funding For Terror-Glorifying Play

Education Minister makes good on threats to cut funding to play glorifying murderer of IDF soldier at Arab theater in Haifa.

Bennett: Do Not Hand Over More Territory

Education Min. opens up about reforms and thoughts on renewed Gaza fire, but refuses to disclose if he will support student trips to Hevron.

Bennett: Boycott the Boycotters

Education Minister warns those trying to boycott Israel that "the boycott is a double edged sword".

Bennett: The World Needs to Recognize the Golan is Ours

Education Minister Naftali Bennett on Sunday announced his new plan to ensure Israel's security.

Bennett to Israelis: Don't Drop Orange Cellphone Service

Education Minister Naftali Bennett urged Israelis not to drop their service with Orange, despite its CEO's desire to 'dump' Israel.

Family Fights Release of Terrorist Glorified in Haifa Play

Members of the Tamam family discovered that Walid Daka, the terrorist glorified in the play 'A Parallel Time," is seeking early release.

Bennett: Children Will Not See Terror Glorified Under My Watch

Responding to reports the theater committee will disobey him, Bennett threatens to remove terrorist play from the Culture Basket himself.

Students Hold 'Unity Day' in Memory of the Three Teens

Yeshiva students run memorial service, open dialogue with secular peers across Israel to honor memories of Eyal, Gilad, and Naftali.

Bennett Visits Arab School Despite Threats

Leaflets in Arabic fail to deter Education Minister, who notes Israel is 'the only country in the world where a 5 year-old has seen 2 wars.'

Arab Town Cries 'Racist' in Protest Against Bennett

Education Minister Naftali Bennett scheduled to visit Arab town's elementary school during war drill, Arabic leaflets say he is not welcome.

Bennett: Remove Terrorist Play from Culture Basket

Education Minister orders ministry's theater committee to discuss a new play depicting life story of convicted terrorist.

Herzog Uses Unity Platform to Attack Bennett

Labor and Jewish Home chairmen attend lesson devoted to national unity, but Herzog slams Bennett anyways.

Bennett: Annex Area C, Or 'Agree to Disagree'

In a wide-ranging Washington Post interview , Education Minister Naftali Bennett presented his views on the future of Judea and Samaria.

Bennett: I Will Represent Rabbi Riskin, if Needed

Education Minister Naftali Bennett slammed attempts to unseat Rabbi Shlomo Riskin as Efrat chief rabbi as 'unacceptable.'

15 years since the retreat

Bennett Hints 2000 Retreat from Lebanon Was Wrong

At 15-year anniversary of IDF retreat, Bennett notes Hezbollah was on defensive, now threatens all of Israel.

Bennett: A Narrow Government Can Also be a Unity Government

Jewish Home chairman vows to work 'shoulder to shoulder' with other parties and ministers 'for the good of Israel.'

Bennett Vows: Tzohar Law Will Not be Repealed

Amid rumors of repeal, Bennett assures constituents that law allowing couples to register for license where they wish will remain in place.

Bennett Insists: Shuli Muallem Returning to Knesset

As part of coalition deal with Likud, Shaked will resign as MK, only serving as minister, making way for Shuli Muallem to return to Knesset.

Final Deal Signed Between Likud and Jewish Home

After 'sleepless' night of talks between Likud and Jewish Home, a final deal has been signed.

Jewish Home Deal 'Historic' Says Party Director

The new deal between Jewish Home and the Likud is a 'historic achievement for Religious Zionism,' said party director Nir Orbach.

Netanyahu: 61 is Good, and 61 Plus is Even Better

Netanyahu, Bennett welcome agreement that will enable the establishment of a coalition with 61 MKs.

Daniela Weiss: Shaked Will 'Make Order' in Justice Ministry

Ayelet Shaked, says activist Daniella Weiss, is the right person in the right place at the right time to serve as Justice Minister.

Zero hour ultimatum

Bennett Demands: Justice Ministry or Opposition

Bennett in last minute demand that Shaked be made justice minister; Likud sources say 'lust for portfolios canceling right-wing govt.'

Report: Netanyahu Refuses to Give Jewish Home Foreign Ministry

Likud sources say Bennett offered Justice Ministry instead; all talks have ground to a halt.

Report: Jewish Home to Demand Foreign Ministry

After Yisrael Beytenu backs out of talks, Jewish Home reportedly weighing demanding the Foreign Ministry ahead of deadline.

With Liberman Gone, Who Will Become Foreign Minister?

In past, Minister Erdan and Jewish Home head Bennett were desirous for foreign portfolio, now Steinitz and Hanegbi throw hats into ring.

Analysis

Liberman's Gambit: Stroke of Genius or Political Suicide?

By announcing he won't join the coalition, Liberman is throwing down the gauntlet to Likud and Jewish Home - but it's a risky move.

Bennett Calls for 'Soul Searching' at Ethiopian Rally

Jewish Home chairman says that all of Israeli society needs to do some soul searching in the wake of discrimination against Ethiopians.

New Possible Jewish Home Demand: Outpost Law

Central Committee sends urgent letter to Bennett, calls for Outpost Law to become coalition demand to save towns in Judea and Samaria.

Ofra Residents Turn to Jewish Home: Save Our Community

Frustrated residents plea to Naftali Bennett to stand up for the rights of Judea-Samaria in coalition talks ahead of demolition order.