Naftali Bennett

Bennett Fires Back at Nasty Pundit, Warns Leftist Elites

Nahum Barne’a says Jewish Home voters are ‘xenophobes, benighted slaves to racist rabbis.’ Bennett says old elites are on their way out.

Ya'alon: Netanyahu Didn't Promise Bennett the Defense Ministry

Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon says that PM Netanyahu denied rumors that he offered the post to Jewish Home chairman.

Poll Puts Labor Top, But Public Wants Rightist Government

28% want right-hareidi coalition vs. 19% for left; Labor gets 24 over 20 to Likud; 60% want Ya'alon as Defense Minister, just 21% Bennett.

Bennett's Heroes: King David and Ben Gurion

Jewish Home leader says Israeli public has moved dramatically rightward in the aftermath of the Disengagement.

Vice President of Yesha Council to Run for Jewish Home

Naftali Bennett welcomes Yigal Dilmoni's candidacy for the Jewish Home list, says he is a 'worthy candidate' for MK.

Bennett on MSNBC: If Someone Shot at You, You'd Shoot Back

Jewish Home chairman explains that it was Hamas, not Israel, that made a mistake by placing missiles in schools and hospitals.

Ya'alon Confronts Netanyahu: Did You Promise Bennett My Post?

In a phone conversation with PM, Defense Minister Ya'alon demands answers about rumors that Netanyahu promised his position to Bennett.

Bennett Asks Indyk: How Many Need to Die Before You Wake Up?

At Saban Forum, Bennett says 'I believe that last summer 10% of Israeli moved from left to center, and from center to right.'

Bennett: Netanyahu and I Agreed Not to Attack Each Other

Jewish Home chairman reveals he agreed with Likud that the two parties won't attack each other during the election campaign.

Jewish Home crisis

Ariel Admits to an Ideological Rift with Bennett

Ariel says unity efforts continue, but maintains that primaries are corrupt and divide continues - amid talk of Yishai partnership.

Bennett and Ariel Trying to Maintain Jewish Home Unity

Jewish Home Chairman and Tekuma Chairman hold positive meeting amid reports that Ariel may form a new party with Shas's Yishai.

Crisis Averted? Jewish Home Unity Talks 'Positive'

Talks between Bennett, Ariel over finalizing merger between their two factions went well, as Ben-Dahan considers bolting National Union.

Analysis

Make No Mistake: Bennett Called This Election

Analysis: only one politician has an interest in these elections, and his fingerprints are all over them. Enter the next defense minister.

Bennett: Challenge Now is Elections, Not Faction Politics

Jewish Home chairman and Economics Minister Naftali Bennett praises Arutz Sheva - and appealed for party unity.

Bennett, Ariel at Odds Over Future of Jewish Home

Argument erupts in Jewish Home faction meeting over whether to add Tekuma members to the list, leading to rumors of split.

Bennett to Left: We Will Not Be Silent Anymore

Naftali Bennett tells Left to 'keep calm' after demonstrations against nationalists Saturday night erupt in incitement.

Bennett Signs Chinese 'Water City' Agreement

Economy Minister in Shaoguan promotes Israeli business in Chinese market, says he misses Israel.

Peretz Submits Bill to Prevent Bennett from Becoming PM

MK Amir Peretz submits bill to revert to direct prime ministerial elections - specifically to prevent 'extremist' Bennett from becoming PM.

Bennett to US: Jewish State Law is Our Problem, Not Yours

Economics Minister Naftali Bennett fires back at US criticism, saying they 'have no right to interfere' in internal affairs.

Bennett in China to Help Build 'City of Water'

Israeli companies hold a pilot for water technology in Chinese city, as Economics Minister urges Israelis to enter Chinese market.

Bennett: Time to Stop Blaming Ourselves and Fight Terror

Jewish Home chairman says that it's time for Israel to fight terror instead of protecting itself from terrorism.

Ex-MK Calls Knesset's Bluff: You Don't Hire Arabs Either

Bennett's '99.9% Arab loyalty' claim and Netanyahu's indignation face an inconvenient fact Ben-Ari noticed during his years in the Knesset.

Interior Minister Opens Investigation into Ashkelon Mayor

Gilad Erdan warns decision to lay-off Arab workers as 'security precaution' discriminatory, could further tensions.

Bennett: 99.9% of Israeli Arabs are Loyal Citizens

Economics Minister says he won't tolerate discrimination, following Ashkelon mayor's move to lay off Arab workers after Tuesday attack.

Exclusive

A Candid Interview with Economy Minister Naftali Bennett

Bennett speaks to Arutz Sheva about terrorism, deterrence, Temple Mount, Lapid, upcoming elections, and relationship with Uri Ariel.

Sending a message

Stunned Worshippers Return to Har Nof Synagogue

MKs join residents and wounded victims praying in Jerusalem synagogue one day after the lethal terror attack.

Bennett Censured After Showing Victim in BBC Interview

Minister reprimanded on air after taking on international coverage of synagogue massacre.

Ariel Warns Bennett: We Won't Sell Out for Mandates

Unity deal in further jeopardy as Ariel speaks of 'red line' principles stopping a union with Jewish Home's push for political 'center.'

Coalition Crisis?

Jewish Home Party Declares War on Livni's 'Dirty Tricks'

Naftali Bennett says his party will no longer support any bills sponsored by Hatnua after 'dirty' attempt to thwart Jewish State bill.

Bennett Cancels Grant for Israeli Film Billed as 'Palestinian'

What's in a name? Grant rescinded to Israeli Arab director over film 'Villa Touma,' after she presented it as 'Palestinian' at festivals.

Report Confirms IDF Tunnel Operations Were Bennett's Initiative

Investigative report vindicates Jewish Home leader, says Yaalon tried to avoid launching attack on Hamas tunnels.

MK Tibi Calls Naftali Bennett 'Racist Anti-Semitic Jew'

In his latest rant against the Bennett, Tibi says 'This man, shrapnel went into his head,' and accuses him of seeing Arabs as monkeys.

Signs of schism?

Jewish Home Unity Deal Draws Criticism

Bennet presents unity deal for Jewish Home and Ariel's Tekuma; is promptly slammed by Tekuma and Jewish Home's secular branch.

Ya'alon: MKs Who Visit Temple Mount Fuel Incitement

Defense Minister calls MKs to maintain the "sensitive status quo" and refrain from visiting the Temple Mount.

Feiglin Criticizes Jewish Home for 'Abandoning Roots'

Likud MK accuses Bennett's party of shortcomings, and presents his plan to end the 'silent intifada' in Jerusalem.

Bennett Blames His Own Government's Laxness for Terror

Economics Minister says Abbas is 'addicted to terror,' and that a government that hides behind concrete barriers has no right to exist.

Bennett Bans Firecracker Imports for 60 Days

Naftali Bennett said he would bar the import of firecrackers - the newest 'weapon' used by Jerusalem rioters - but for only 60 days

Bennett: Concrete Blocks at the Light Rail - Reward to Terrorism

Jewish Home chairman says it's time for deterrence, not self-defense, in response to terrorism.

Bennett Final Status Plan: Area C to Israel, PA Rule in A & B

In an op-ed in the New York Times Wednesday, Economics Minister Naftali Bennett laid out his vision for the future of Judea and Samaria.

Aharonovich at Attack Scene Warns: 'It's Not the Last'

Interior Security minister says security can't be achieved by given time limit, Bennett: 'Abbas drove the death car in Jerusalem.'

Bennett: 'From Now On, Terrorists Will Die in Prison'

Jewish Home Chairman lauds 'life without parole' bill approval, saying 'Israel's security policy is returning to sanity.'

Stormy Cabinet Meeting Erupts Over Glick Shooting

MKs rip into Internal Security Minister, Police Commissioner for Glick shooting, violence in J'lem, and incitement in stormy hearing.

Bill: Expand Hesder Track Active Service to Two Years

Labor MK behind bill seeks to right 'historic distortion' of soldiers' rights, he claims, by scaling back state support for Torah study.

Bennett to Sky News: Don't Sit in London and Call Us Apartheid

Watch: Interviewed on Sky News, Economy Minister says calling Israel an "apartheid state" is a blatant lie.

Conversion Law: Return of the 'Druckman Compromise'

Knesset expected to ratify less extreme version of bill Sunday that doesn't recognize reform conversion.

Bennett: Glick Shooting Crossed a 'Red Line of Blood'

MKs condemn shooting of Temple Mount activist Yehuda Glick, who was seriously wounded in the heart of Jerusalem.

Knesset Vote Set on Controversial Conversion Bill

Bill submitted for Monday vote, with rabbis warning it will prevent conversions being recognized in Israel and abroad.

Bennett: Obama Administration 'Throwing Israel Under the Bus'

Jewish Home chairman condemns remarks on Netanyahu attributed to officials in Washington, calls for U.S. to renounce them.

Jerusalem Councilman: Gov't 'Not Serious' About Tackling Riots

Arieh King says total breakdown of law on Mount of Olives due to politicians' flawed worldview.

Bennett, Livni Exchange 'Friendly' Banter on Land Concessions

Economy Minister and Justice Minister exchange some Facebook banter revolving around the topic of land concessions for peace.

Differing Polls Reveal Gaps in Israeli Leadership

Polls released within 24 hours of each other reveal differing attitudes toward PM Netanyahu. Are Israelis fed up with a 'lack of options'?

Bennett Edges Out Netanyahu in Approval Ratings

Jewish Home head gets 38% approval, Netanyahu receives 36%, although Netanyahu far ahead as PM candidate.

Bennett Potential Prime Minister, Notes Financial Times

Next government will be more hawkish than current one, predicts Jewish Home chairman.

Bennett: Only Building Will End Jerusalem Terror

Building was the appropriate response to Wednesday's terror attack, says Economics Minister Naftali Bennett.

Bennett: Let's Pull Ourselves Together

Economy Minister links Jerusalem terrorist attack with Israel's failure to respond to ongoing "silent intifada" in the capital.

Bennett: Something New Has Begun in Jerusalem

Members of the Jewish Home party welcome the results of the election of Jerusalem's new Chief Rabbis.

Liberman on Bennett's Criticism of Kerry: It's Harmful

Foreign Minister says Bennett’s fiery response to Kerry does little more than gaining him a few more votes.

Ya'alon Warns Bennett Over Kerry Criticism

Defense Minister rebukes Bennett for 'casting a shadow' over shared US-Israel 'interests and values,' particularly defense funding.

State Department Accuses Bennett of 'Distorting' Kerry Comments

Marie Harf apparently misses reaction from Gilad Erdan, accuses Bennett of 'politics of distortion' for reacting to Kerry comments.

Bennett Blasts Kerry's Comments Blaming Israel for Rise of ISIS

'Even when a British Muslim beheads a British Christian, there will always be those who blame the Jews,' Minister laments.