Naftali Bennett

Operation Protective Edge to Ensure 'Zero Rockets on Israel'

Jewish Home Chairman Naftali Bennett praises public, IDF for efforts - but adds that 'defense does not win wars.'

Bennett: We'll Do Everything to Defend Our People

“We’re at the forefront of the free world and we’re going to do everything to protect our people,” says Jewish Home head in TV interview.

Naftali Bennett Physically Attacked at 'Peace Conference'

Jewish Home leader addresses Haaretz's Peace Conference, but is greeted with heckling and punches.

Israel and Japan Sign Historic Industrial R&D Agreement

Israel first state to sign agreement on reciprocal industrial research and development ties with Japan; heralds stronger bilateral ties.

Bennett: Restraint Against Rocket Fire is 'Weak'

Jewish Home Chairman pushes 'zero tolerance' on rocket fire, slams implication that Negev less important to protect than Tel Aviv.

Bennett Hits Back over Accusations of 'Incitement'

Minister says calls for tough IDF response to murders nothing to do with Arab boy's murder; 'Nobody should take the law into his own hands'.

PA Government: Bennett is 'Racist', Israel Incites Against Us

The Palestinian Authority government condemns Jewish Home chairman as “racist”, says Israeli government incites to murder.

MK Ariel Slams New Jewish Home Constitution as 'Serious Mishap'

Friction continues in Jewish Home as Uri Ariel says constitution should be formulated only after his National Union party is merged.

Bennett Praises the 'Long Arm of the IDF' After Sderot Fire

'We will make sure it is our enemies who are in shelters,' Bennett vows, as residents bravely return to work.

Jewish Home MK Attacks Plans to Give Party Head More Power

MK Chetboun attacks plans to give chairman Bennett 'absolute power', accuses him of 'liquidating religious Zionism'.

PM Slams Hatnua MK Who Compared Hamas and Jewish Home

Netanyahu criticizes MK Mitzna for likening Jewish Home to terror group, Mitzna returns verbal fire.

MK Mitzna: Jewish Home is Like Hamas without Terror

Hatnua MK is upset with Naftali Bennett for calling Mahmoud Abbas a terrorist. MK Wortzman: He's a barbarian.

Netanyahu Ejects Minister Ariel from Security Cabinet Meeting

An embarrassing incident at Security Cabinet meeting as Minister Bennett brings fellow minister from Jewish Home, angering Netanyahu.

Bennett: Operation Brothers' Keeper 'Unprecedented'

Jewish Home Chairman hails IDF crackdown, saying 'we've turned the situation upside down'; praises mothers' 'heroism.'

Bennett Calls for End to Terror Salaries

Economics Minister intends to stop the PA's payment of salaries to terrorists, but has not said how he will do this.

Hamas Membership Is Now 'an Entry Pass to Hell,' Says Minister

"The game vis-a-vis Hamas in Judea and Samaria has completely changed following the abduction of the boys,” says Naftali Bennett.

Bennett: Kidnappers Dare Not 'Harm a Hair' on Youths' Heads

Naftali Bennett visits Shavei Hevron and Mekor Hayim yeshivas, and discussed with students the fates of their classmates.

Bennett: Israel's 'Fist of Steel' Will Make Terrorists Pay

Economics Minister Naftai Bennett says terrorists who kidnapped three Israeli teens will realize what a mistake they made.

Bennett Vows 'Iron' Response to Kidnapping; Blames PA Incitement

Naftali Bennett comforts kidnapped teens' families, calls on Israel to defend itself in face of muted global response.

Bill: Ban Hiring Discrimination Against Judea-Samaria Residents

Initiative to prevent employers from discriminating against Judea-Samaria residents passes preliminary reading.

Bennett: Very Happy that Rivlin Won

Jewish Home Chairman welcomes Rivlin's victory, says he is "not ashamed to say he loves the land of Israel."

Bennett: IDF 'Did Not Succeed' in Second Lebanon War

Naftali Bennett told students what motivated him to dedicate his life to public service.

Bennett Dismisses Criticism: 'Keep Talking - We Will Act'

Jewish Home Chairman Naftali Bennett dismisses mudslinging over his sovereignty plan; warns, 'chase terrorism before it chases you.'

A Doable Plan for Managing the Israeli-PA Arab Conflict

Bennett Presents Annexation Plan: The Oslo Era is Over

"It's time to admit that unilateral steps don't work," says Jewish Home chairman as he officially presents his annexation plan.

No More Terrorist Releases?

'Life Without Parole Bill' Approved for Vote

Economics Minister Naftali Bennett posts victory on Facebook shortly after bill passes vote, praises 'end to 'murder deal' only in Israel.'

Government Introduces Incentive Program for Construction Workers

Deal to provide subsidized training for Jewish construction workers, in bid to both solve housing and hareidi integration problems.

Bennett: Don't Blame Abbas, Blame the Palestinian People

Bennett points out that the blame on the Hamas-Fatah unity should be placed on the Palestinian Arab people who voted for Hamas.

Bennett: PA Govt. Members Are 'Terrorists in Suits'

Hamas and Fatah can call themselves a 'government,' but that won't change what they really are, says Naftali Bennett

Bill Ending Terrorist Pardons Set to be Approved by Government

A law that would prevent mass releases of terrorists is expected to be approved by the government Sunday.

Bill to Impose 50,000 Shekel Fine on Bad Businesses

'Small step for customer service' to discourage long hold wait, bad return policies.

Bennett: First Gush Etzion, Then All of Judea and Samaria

Jewish Home Chairman declares he will continue to promote his annexation plan. "The world won't accept it, but we do."

PM Declares Official Support for Reuven Rivlin for President

In surprise move, Binyamin Netanyahu backs rival MK Rivlin. Was it due to political pressure?

Minister Bennett Says Pope's Eyes are 'Kind'

Jewish Home head, Economics Minister Naftali Bennett, met Pope Francis and welcomed him to Jerusalem.

Govt. Approves 'Affirmative Action' Work Plan for Haredim

Government approves a plan aimed at enrolling more members of the hareidi community in the state civil service.

'The Answer to Anti-Semitism is to Be Ourselves'

Economics Minister Naftali Bennett reacts to horrific Brussels attack by urging world Jewry to embrace religious, national identity .

Livni: Bennett's 'Unilateral Moves' Will Not Happen

Justice Minister declares that Bennett's plan to annex Area C will never happen so long as she is a member of the government.

'It's Israel's Turn to Take Unilateral Steps'

After reports surface that Netanyahu's 'unilateral steps' indicates a land withdrawal, Naftali Bennett turns the phrase on its head.

Official Denies Netanyahu Weighing Withdrawals

Netanyahu says in interview 'no peace partner,' unilateral moves 'gaining ground,' official clarifies no withdrawals hinted at.

Livni Blasts Bennett Over Annexation Suggestion

Bennett's suggestion to annex Area C will "lead to the end of Zionism", claims Justice Minister Livni.

'Affirmative Action' to Boost Hareidi Employment?

Economics Minister Naftali Bennett to push bill demanding employers hire hareidi men, blames prejudice for the workforce gap.

State Department Dismisses Bennett's Annexation Plan

State Department spokeswoman says Bennett's plan to annex Area C doesn't reflect the Israeli government's position.

Watch: Ayatollahs Riding a High-Speed Train to a Nuclear Bomb?

Min. of Diaspora Affairs releases new video comparing Iran, N. Korea; reignites debate over 'bad' deal between Tehran, western states.

Honest Broker? Indyk Reveals 'Nasty' Anti-Israel Bias

US mediator reportedly held a half-hour tirade blaming Israeli 'settlements' and Naftali Bennett for talks' failure in upscale DC bar.

Yesh Atid Minister Kills 'Life Sentence for Terrorists' Bill

Yaakov Perry files appeal against bill enforcing life sentences for terrorist prisoners. Jewish Home outraged.

Bennett: Yes, We Have to Tie our Own Hands

Economics Minister says his party's bill will prevent Israeli government from releasing terrorists, even if it wants to.

No more terrorist prisoner releases?

Bennett Optimistic About Sunday Bill to Stop Terrorist Releases

Jewish Home leader Naftali Bennett vows to 'put an end to' the practice of releasing terrorist murderers, as two bills up for debate Sunday.

Bill: Life Sentence without Parole for Terrorists

Jewish Home Chairman vows to vote for bill, which is already being threatened with an appeal by Tzipi Livni. 'We will not relent,' he says.

'Israel's Mission: Tikkun Olam - Make the World a Better Place'

Minister releases heartfelt, if quirky, address for Independence Day - bridging ancient heritage and modern marvels.

'We Should Not Be Afraid of Her Killers - They Should Fear Us'

Naftali Bennett pays condolence call to the Dadon family. Bennett: 'Murderers should not be released, they should be in jail.'

Wounded Soldier Inspires at Jerusalem Memorial Day Ceremony

"Always move forward," says Ahiya Klein, who nearly lost his sight in a clash with terrorists in Gaza.

Tribute to Israel's Fallen Heroes

'If Not For These Soldiers We Could Not Live Our Lives'

In national address on the eve of Memorial Day, Economics Minister pays tribute to Israel's fallen.

Intel Announces Nearly $6 Billion Investment in Israeli Hi-Tech

Economics Minister hails computer chip giant's decision as perhaps the biggest investment in Israel history.

Bennett 'Would Have Acted the Same Way' as Disciplined Soldier

As social media campaign gains steam, Jewish Home head says soldier filmed clashing with Arab youths in Hevron acted properly.

Intel to Invest 5-6 Billion Dollars in Israeli Plant

Ministers welcome plan to upgrade Intel's Kiryat Gat plant, which involves a reciprocal investment in the Israeli economy.

Bennett: 'Realistic Era' Replacing 'Oslo Era'

Jewish Home head tells reporters it's time to accept there is no peace in sight, calls for sovereignty move, 'autonomy on steroids.'

Yesh Atid Minister Blames Jewish Home For Talks Failure

Minister Yaakov Peri attacks Jewish Home 'sabotage' of talks, says pact is over and Jewish Home won't 'decide if we sit in government.'

Bennett Orders 'Don't Attack Livni' To Save Coalition

Jewish Home members reportedly get text message telling them 'not to celebrate too much' and let Lapid and Livni do the talking.

Analysis

Could a Compromise Deal see Israeli-Arab Terrorists Released?

Official tells Arutz Sheva Bibi taking Jewish Home threats to leave coalition seriously - but would taking the bait cost Bennett dearly?

Bennett Derides Abbas for Seventh 'Suicide Threat' to Disband PA

Bennett notes recycled threat that if Israel doesn't give in to demands, Abbas 'will commit suicide'; jokes 'he needs a better incentive.'