Bezalel Smotrich

Of course there Is no 'Palestinian' People or Arab “Palestine.”

The dizzying repetition of that Big Lie for so many decades causes people who should know better to speak of a “Two-State Solution.” Op-ed.

Lebanon condemns Smotrich's 'deliberately provocative' statement

Lebanon joins in on condemnation of remarks made by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich that “there’s no such thing as a Palestinian people”.

Constitution Committee leader calls for negotiation on reforms

Constitution Committee leader Simcha Rothman and Finance Minister Smotrich call for slowing reform legislation to reach a consensus.

Biden Admin: Smotrich's comments 'dangerous and offensive'

US State Department joins France, EU in condemning Smotrich, says 'the Palestinians have a rich history and culture.'

France condemns 'infuriating and irresponsible' Smotrich speech

French Foreign Ministry spokeswoman becomes latest international official to condemn state that there are no Palestinian people.

Top EU official to Israel:

'Disavow Smotrich's comments on Palestinian people'

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs denounces Smotrich's comments: I call on the Israeli government to disavow those comments.

Abbas' office to Smotrich:

'The Palestinians are the owners of this land'

Office of PA chairman condemns Smotrich's remarks that “there is no such thing as a Palestinian people.”

National Security Advisor:

'Israel committed to uphold peace treaty with Jordan'

National Security Advisor Tzachi Hanegbi speaks to Jordanian Foreign Minister following uproar over Smotrich's comments in Paris.

White House spokesman: No Netanyahu visit 'on the timetable'

White House spokesperson John Kirby avoids questions on possible Netanyahu visit, lauds Israel's 'peace efforts.'

Jordan condemns 'reckless incitement' by Bezalel Smotrich

Jordanian government condemns statement by Smotrich that there are no 'Palestinian people,' use of map showing Jordan as part of Israel.

Smotrich in Paris:

'There is no such thing as a Palestinian people'

Finance Minister speaks at Paris event in memory of Likud activist: The truth needs to be told without bowing to distortions of history.

Smotrich says government should 'do more' against terror

Finance Minister attends event in France, says after Huwara attack Israel much ratchet up war on terror.

Smotrich: The President made a sharp left-turn

Finance Minister accuses Herzog of backing down from intention to negotiate a compromise, giving in to all of the opposition's demands.

Op-ed:

Bezalel, Stop the racist policies in Israel now!

Open hi tech jobs to all qualified applicants, even those with kippas, and demand an affirmative action program for the religious. Op-ed.

Smotrich to Lapid:

'We will leave you in the opposition for many years'

Finance Minister fires back at opposition leader who called Smotrich's visit to the US "embarrassing and horrifying".

France:

KKL-JNF joins left-wing boycott of Finance Minister Smotrich

The French office of the KKL-Jewish National Fund calls for boycott of event featuring Israel's Finance Minister

Smotrich tours Holocaust Memorial Museum: Never again

Finance Minister tours United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, as part of his visit to the United States.

Smotrich in the US:

'Despite all of our differences, we are one'

Finance Minister addresses Israel Bonds conference: I am committed to protect every innocent life, Jew or Arab.

Finance Ministry establishes special team to face SVB collapse

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has ordered a special team of experts to evaluate the impact of the SVB collapse on the Israeli economy.

Smotrich apologizes to IDF soldiers, society for Huwara comments

Finance Min., in open letter, says he sees how his statement on 'wiping out' Huwara was misinterpreted by pilots.

US official: No boycott of Minister Smotrich

US official tells INN there is no policy to boycott any Israeli minister as no administration officials attend Israel Bonds conference.

Finance Minister Smotrich:

'Keep this dispute out of the IDF'

'Even at a time of dispute, we must remember that we are all brothers.'

Purim

Watch: Finance Minister Smotrich on the drums

To mark the Purim holiday, Israel's Finance Minister takes the drums dressed as a Hasid.

Tibi to int'l community:

'Prevent Smotrich from going abroad'

MK Ahmed Tibi claims that Minister Smotrich's comments on Huwara were deliberate and were not made by mistake.

So Smotrich is "persona non grata on steroids" in Washington

Strange. Abbas,called to ethnically cleanse Jews and destroy Israel, but is not considered "persona non grata." Op-ed.

Bezalel Smotrich:

'Dedicated to the saying 'through your blood will come life'

Religious Zionism held a special session to commemorate party activist Hallel Yaniv and his brother Yagel, who were murdered last week.

Former US Amb Dan Shapiro:

'Smotrich's comments harm US-Israel relations'

Ex-Obama Administration Ambassador to Israel reacts to reports US considering barring Smotrich from entering country.

TV report:

US mulling preventing Smotrich from entering the country

Report says discussions are currently taking place in Washington on whether to grant Smotrich an entry visa for his visit this week.

Netanyahu responds to Nides

'Foreign diplomats also make mistakes'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu relates to Smotrich’s clarification of comments on Huwara: Important to tone down the rhetoric.

'I'm not mad'

Smotrich responds to US Ambassador Nides

Last week the Ambassador called to throw the Finance Minister off his flight to Washington.

'I misspoke'

Smotrich clarifies controversial call to 'erase Huwara'

Finance Minister says call to 'Erase Huwara' was made in the 'heat of emotions.' Adding: 'We need to be clear in our fight against terror.'

Saudi Arabia blasts Smotrich:

'We completely reject these racist and irresponsible statements'

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Ministry condemns Smotrich's comments on Huwara: They reflect the violence practiced by the occupying Israeli entity.

'Persona non grata on steroids'

US officials livid, will boycott Smotrich

TV report: US officials are livid following Smotrich’s call to “wipe out” Huwara, will not meet him during his visit to Washington.

UAE criticizes Smotrich's statement on Huwara

UAE Foreign Ministry says it rejects "all practices and behaviors that contradict moral and human values and principles".

'Unacceptable, irresponsible'

UN condemns Smotrich's call to 'wipe out' Huwara

Spokesman for UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres calls on all sides 'refrain from incitement, inflammatory rhetoric.'

J Street to US administration:

'Don't meet Smotrich, re-examine his entry visa'

J Street denounces Smotrich's comments on Huwara: No US government officials should legitimize his extremism by meeting with him.

'Repugnant, disgusting'

US condemns Smotrich's call to 'wipe out' Huwara

State Department Spokesman Ned Price says US condemns 'incitement to violence' from Israel and Palestinians.

Smotrich, Ben-Gvir blamed:

'They give moral support to rioters,' claim security officials

'Events in Huwara were organized. Baruch Goldstein II was only averted by a miracle,' sources say.

Minister Bezalel Smotrich:

'We must not take the law into our hands'

Minister Smotrich criticizes Jewish riots in Huwara: We must not take the law into our hands and create a dangerous anarchy.

Crisis over:

Smotrich and Gallant agree on Defense Ministry power-sharing

Netanyahu, Gallant, and Smotrich signed a document of understanding on the division of power over the Civil Administration.

Cabinet to discuss state budget

A day before the deadline for the cabinet to approve the budget, Finance Minister has a multi-front war to fight.

New multi-year plan for IDF agreed upon

The plan, which will be included in the state budget, will regulate many issues related to the IDF and the defense establishment.

Smotrich's ultimatum

Religious Zionism party chairman reportedly says he will not support passage of budget unless coalition agreement fulfilled.

In rare English tweet, Smotrich slams 'populist' Coalition allies

Hoping to reassure credit rating agencies abroad, Finance Minister rejects 'populist' attacks by Coalition members on interest rate hike.

Smotrich refuses to attend discussion with IDF Chief of Staff

Finance Minister refuses to take part in discussion on powers in Judea and Samaria. Smotrich: I'm trying not to involve IDF in politics.

Chief of Staff warns PM not to transfer Yesha powers to Smotrich

Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi holds unusual conversation with PM Netanyahu imploring him not to transfer authority away from defense minister.

New Samaria demolition reignites coalition crisis

Defense Minister Gallant again overrides Smotrich, orders Samaria demolition.

Smotrich:

'There are things in the reform that we would be willing to fix'

Finance Minister speaks to Facebook users on judicial reform: We need to try and reach agreements. We know how to do it.

9,000 new housing units to be approved in Judea and Samaria

The cabinet has decided to immediately implement several decisions to strengthen Judea and Samaria.

Bezalel Smotrich:

'The US administration knows we're committed to the settlements'

Despite their protests, we're going to normalize life in Judea and Samaria, says Finance Minister.

US warns Israel:

'Transferring authority to Smotrich is a step toward annexation'

Govt. official responds: It's unthinkable the US would interfere in the working of the Israeli government in this way.

Settlement freeze?

Religious Zionism party insists it won't happen, 'period'

Meanwhile, Smotrich asks Yesha leaders to "pause" establishing new outposts.

Bezalel Smotrich:

Finance Minister may only abolish tax on diet soda

Following pressure from doctors' union, Finance Minister weighs leaving tax on regular soda intact.

Report:

Smotrich asked: No new outposts in Judea and Samaria

Religious Zionist chairman presented plans for "Settlement Administration" to heads of local authorities in Judea and Samaria.

'It's a holiday for me'

Yitzhar activist to enter Knesset under 'Norwegian Law'

The right-wing activist will become the Knesset's newest member this week after Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich resigned from the Knesset.

1.50 NIS hotdogs?

Minister Smotrich invites Costco to enter Israeli market

The Finance Minister reached out to the wholesale giant in an attempt to lower the cost of living and increase competition.

For the first time:

Smotrich doubles offset of PA terror funding

Twice the amount the PA pays terrorists to be deducted from PA tax revenues. Smotrich: "We will no longer be party to this farce."

Coalition strife:

Tensions between Smotrich and Gallant about to boil over

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich losing patience waiting to receive authority over Civil Administration.

Smotrich:

Himi scandal shows current judicial selection doesn't work

Finance Minister: 'When judges are appointed in a dark room, the corruption spreads.'

Smotrich seeks new policy:

Revocation of citizenship, deportation to Gaza, home demolition

Finance Minister says harsher measures are required in order to deter future terrorist attacks.