Naftali Bennett

Bennett: I'm no Feminist, but...

Terminology notwithstanding, Bayit Yehudi head says it is good for Israel to advance women.

Finally: Promised NIS 65 Million to be Distributed to Yeshivas

A long awaited funding round of NIS 65 million for yeshivas in Israel will finally be distributed on Tuesday, Arutz Sheva has learned

Ministers Demand Meeting with PM on Terrorist Release Policy

After the murder of two IDF soldiers, ministers are demanding a review of government policy on releasing terrorists.

Bennett: Reconsider the Peace Negotiations

Responding to latest terrorist attacks, Bayit Yehudi chairman says that "the answer to terrorism should be war against murderers."

Hundreds Attend Funeral of Murdered IDF Soldier

Hundreds of people attended the funeral of murdered IDF soldier Tomer Hazan Sunday, after his body was recovered Saturday.

Tel Aviv: Authorities Raid Illegals' Employers

Economics Minister says operation was largest ever, and 53 businesses will be taken to court for employing work infiltrators.

Bennett: We’ll Defend the Land of Israel – at Any Price

Bennett tells Bayit Yehudi supporters, ‘We’ve lost the privilege to back out’ – but promises no land concessions.

Bennett Introduces Laws to Advance Women in the Workplace

Economy Minister Naftali Bennett has revealed plans to strengthen and encourage the integration of women at work.

New PA Work Permits, but Not as ‘Gesture’

Govt. gives more work permits to PA, but not as a ‘gesture’ for talks. Bennett: This promotes real peace.

Bennett Slams Lapid on Hareidi-Bashing

Bayit Yehudi head has public criticism for his Coalition partner, Yesh Atid head Lapid.

Orbach: Bennett Fought Lapid for Yeshiva Budget

Orbach reports ‘bitter’ fight for yeshiva funding, calls to stop criticizing Bennett over cuts.

Arab World Opposes Bennett's New Plaza

The Jordanian government and others in the Arab world disapprove of the new plaza adjacent to the Western Wall, known as "Ezrat Yisrael."

'You Can't be an Occupier in Your Own Home'

In candid TV interview, Bayit Yehudi head says the lesson from world inaction on Syria is that Israel can only trust G-d and its own might.

Bennett: Stop the 'Peace Cult'

Bayit Yehudi head says if we'd handed over Golan, Al Qaeda would be dipping its feet in the Sea of Galilee.

Yeshivas to Receive NIS 65M Immediately

Extra budget allotted following pressure exerted by Bayit Yehudi. Another 65M are still being held up.

Bennett: 'Meaningful Progress' on Lost Yeshiva Budgets

Source in yeshiva world: Bennett fell into Finance Minister Yair Lapid's trap.

Bennett: Come Visit non-Orthodox Kotel Section

Bayit Yehudi head in appeal to Reform, Conservative Jews: new section is open to all streams, 24 hours a day.

Bennett: Imports Will Bring Down Cost of Living

The government promised lower prices, and on Monday it will try to begin to fulfill its promise.

‘Women of the Wall’ to Get Separate Prayer Area

Minister Bennett hopes to solve Kotel clashes with a separate prayer space for non-traditional worship.

Bennett: 'Piles of Dead Children Can't be Ignored'

Bayit Yehudi head compares chemical attack in Syria to scenes from Holocaust.

Ketzaleh Calls for Bennett's Removal

Former National Union chairman says current leader is complicit in impending eviction of 8 communities.

Bennett to Livni: Get Over It

Bennett continues with brief Facebook replies to political critics.

Bennett Demands Answers About Brutal Yitzhar Arrest

The brutal arrest of Boaz Albert with a taser "unworthy of a democratic country," declares Bayit Yehudi chairman.

Aliza Bloch Drops Out of Beit Shemesh Race

Aliza Bloch will no longer be in the running for Mayor of Bet Shemesh due to the competition of Eli Cohen.

‘Last Chance for Beit Shemesh’

Naftali Bennett warns that Beit Shemesh city elections could be the city's 'last chance.'

Bennett: Haaretz Misquoted Me on Terrorists

Economy Minister says: I never said there was no problem in killing Arabs. Haaretz misquoted me.

Bennett: The Goal – Get Most Hareidi Men to Work

Bennett: The political fighting is over – time to get started.

Bennett: Bring Immigrants While Strengthening Diaspora Jews

Minister Bennett: Aliyah is important, but some Jews are not going to move to Israel and the Israeli government must support them as well.

Bennett Presents Plan to Recruit Hareidi Emergency Personnel

Economics Minister Naftali Bennett wants to see tens of thousands of hareidi Israelis help out during national emergencies.

Bennett Denies Terrorists-for-Housing Deal

Bayit Yehudi leader denies reports he agreed to prisoner release in exchange for homes in Judea, Samaria.

Bennett: Good Thing Pioneers Weren’t Like Livni

In spite of left-wing opposition, gov't approves Judea and Samaria towns as part of "national priority" list.

Bennett: Releasing Terrorists is Contrary to All Values

Economy Minister attends a memorial service marking seven years since the death of IDF hero Lt. Col. Emanuel Moreno.

Bennett: Stop the Witchhunt!

Bayit Yehudi head slams media for attacking Rabbi Lau over allegedly "racist" comments.

Bennett's Wife on Facebook: When are You Coming Home?

Minister of Economics invited questions from the public on his Facebook page. His wife, Gilat, was among the questioners.

PA: Prisoners Aren't Terrorists, but Some Israelis Are

The PA, angered by Bennett's comments that terrorists should be killed, claims that "occupying" Israeli politicians are the real terrorists.

Arab MK: Bennett is a "Racist" for Calling to Kill Terrorists

Taleb Abu-Arar accuses Economics Minister Naftali Bennett of racism and 'inciting to murder' for quotes that appeared in the media.

Journalist: ‘Heavy Heart’? Don’t Believe It

Journalist says talk of tough decisions, close vote on prisoner release are government spin.

Bennett: Terrorists Should be Killed, Not Released

Economy Minister says he will vote against release of terrorists ahead of peace talks.

Bennett: They’re Trying to Scare Us

Bennett: No need to fear staying in our land.

"This Has Been Our Land for Almost 4,000 Years"

Politicians call for change in public discourse. Elkin: "We need to talk about why we are here. Not about why we should leave"

Bennett: Next Time, One Chief Rabbi

Wednesday may be the last time Israel gets two new Chief Rabbis, Religious Affairs Minister Naftali Bennett said.

Shas Backpedals on Religious Zionists as ‘Amalek’

Shas party Spiritual Leader Rabbi Ovadia Yosef tries to minimize damage from a charge labeling religious Zionist rabbis as ‘Amalek.’

Bennett: Keep Building During Negotiations

Housing Minister: there will be no construction freeze, I'll use my authority to enlarge housing supply

Bennett: Talks Based on '49 Lines? We're Out

Bayit Yehudi will not be a partner, “even for one second,” in government that negotiates based on pre-1967 borders

Ministers Warn: Rein in EU or We'll Trip Up Kerry

Bennett and Elkin say they will sabotage efforts to restart talks with PA if EU boycott is not cancelled

Bennett: EU Boycott is 'Economic Terrorism'

The EU's boycott of Israeli bodies located beyond the 1949 Armistice lines is nothing short of economic terrorism, says Economy Minister.

Naftali Bennett Slams Hareidi Incitement

Bayit Yehudi leader reacts strongly to Shas rabbi's incendiary statements, demands Rabbi Ovadia Yoseph denounce them.

Bayit Yehudi Chairman to Oppose Terrorist Release

Habayit Hayehudi chairman Naftali Bennett says he’ll oppose the release of terrorists as a good will gesture for the Palestinian Authority.

Senior Shas Rabbi Attacks Religious Zionists as ‘Amalek’

Jewish Home chairman Naftali Bennett slammed Shas leaders Sunday after a sermon in which a senior rabbi called religious Zionists 'Amalek.'

Bennett, in China, Connects between Marx and Zuckerberg

Economics Minister explains secrets of Israeli ingenuity with a tale about rockets and intestinal disease.

Bennett: The Chinese Don't Care About the 'Occupation'

Economy Minister says there are great business opportunities in China and the Chinese do not care about any political issues.

Bennett Defends Hareidi Community: Don’t Blame Everyone

Naftali Bennett denounces attack on hareidi soldier, but warns that condemning all hareidi Jews is no less dangerous.

Bennett: Free Trade Deal With China on the Way

China is Israel's largest Asian trading partner. A free trade agreement between the two countries could increase that, officials said

Bennett: Senator McCain is An 'American Hero'

Economy Minister express his appreciation for U.S. Senator John McCain after meeting him.

Naftali Bennett: Who’s the Burden, Again?

Bennett reveals settlers’ contributions to the state, and asks, are these people "a burden?"

Bennett Defends his Record: This is a Good Government

Naftali Bennett stands up to critics on Judea and Samaria building, Torah studies. ‘We’ve done what nobody else could do.’

‘Not Everything Has a Solution’

Naftali Bennett warns: Last attempt to force a solution to the Israel-PA conflict left over 1,000 dead.

Bayit Yehudi Chairman Slams Pre-Talks Concessions to PA

Naftali Bennett says ‘good will’ concessions to the Palestinian Authority ahead of final status talks make no sense.

Bennett: We won't Allow 'Maniacal' Iranian Regime with Nukes

Regarding Palestinian state, Bennett tells Washington Post: “Should I commit suicide in order to appease everyone?”

Bennett: We'll Continue to Care for Gush Katif Expellees

Minister Naftali Bennett notes that over half of the Gush Katif expellees still live in temporary homes, despite government promises.