Benny Gantz

Netanyahu: We're working on sovereignty

PM meets with US ambassador, special envoy to discuss issue of sovereignty, says government will work on the issue in the coming days,

Netanyahu:

'Some issues are too important to wait till after coronavirus'

Prime Minister hints at upcoming sovereignty plan with veiled retort against Benny Gantz's claim that 'everything but coronavirus must wait'

Avigdor Liberman: 'Instead of working they fight over seats'

Yisrael Beyteinu Chairman attacks Gantz and Netanyahu: 'PM and Alt PM only concerned with who'll speak to the cameras.'

Gantz: Deadline for sovereignty plan isn't set in stone

Alternate PM tells senior US officials date for implementing sovereignty plan 'isn't holy', says fight against coronavirus more pressing.

The Goldin family's warning to Benny Gantz

Hadar's parents to Defense Minister: If we do not see actual actions to bring him back, we will change our statesmanlike path.

Report:

Gantz trying to block sovereignty plan

Gantz to tell White House envoy that sovereignty should be part of a broad diplomatic agreement and creation of Palestinian state.

Gantz: The question is not whether I will be PM

"The question is not whether I will be Prime Minister at the end of the rotation - but what the state and Israeli society will look like."

Report: Likud pushing for Gantz to become president - not PM

Likud reportedly working to nix rotation agreement with Benny Gantz, have him serve instead as president.

Political source: Gantz and Ashkenazi are biding time

Gantz clarifies terms for sovereignty, but sources involved in his meetings with Netanyahu say he gave no clear answers.

Gantz: We won't wait forever for the Palestinians

Defense Minister hints he may support unilateral application of sovereignty if PA continues to say no to talks or peace.

MK David Bitan: 'Gantz is holding up; he surprises me'

MK David Bitan talks about many Likud pressures on to apply sovereignty and the functioning of the unity government.

Chief of Staff recommends closing IDF Radio

IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi asks Defense Minister Gantz to either close IDF Radio or remove it from military control.

'Netanyahu and Gantz are only concerned about themselves'

Avigdor Liberman slams unity government, says it is bloated during an economic crisis, should be dissolved.

Netanyahu to Gantz: Sovereignty or new elections

Coalition agreement stipulates MK Benny Gantz cannot veto sovereignty - but will he keep his commitment, or will there be new elections?

Gantz forgoes official residence

Defense Minister announces he is waiving a series of benefits he is entitled to by virtue of his role as Alternate Prime Minister.

Will Blue & White back sovereignty despite Gantz's opposition?

Testy exchange breaks out during faction meeting. Hendel: 'I'll back sovereignty with or without Gantz's consent'.

Gantz: No to sovereignty in areas with 'many Palestinians'

Defense Minister stresses importance of bringing any potential sovereignty move before the professionals.

Netanyahu presents Gantz with scenarios for sovereignty

Netanyahu proposes application of sovereignty over 30% of Judea and Samaria as well as a more "symbolic" step.

Defense Min. Gantz meets with Greek counterpart

DM Benny Gantz takes part in G2G meetings between Israel and Greece, meets Greek DM Panagiotopoulos.

Gantz: Trump peace plan requires consensus

Defense Minister speaks at AJC Global Forum: Trump plan gives us a realistic approach to achieving a stable future.

EU High Representative reaffirms commitment to Israel

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell held a phone call with Defense Minister, Benny Gantz today.

Gantz holds first discussion with US Defense Secretary

Alternate Prime Minister speaks with US Secretary of Defense Mark Esper about efforts to fight coronavirus, shared security interests.

Gantz to EU Foreign Minister: 'Israel committed to peace'

DM Gantz told EU Foreign Min. Israel was committed to peace, asked for help dealing with Iran.

Gantz meets with German FM

The two discuss topics including outlawing of Hezbollah, the US peace plan, and Iranian aggression.

Gantz to Yesha leaders: Take what you can get

Alternate Prime Minister tells leaders of Yesha Council to learn from Israel's founders who accepted less than everything they wanted.

'Gantz, Netanyahu, how dare you give a tailwind to terrorism'

MK Matan Kahana criticizes Prime Minister, Alternate Prime Minister for suspending order stopping PA banks from transferring terrorist funds

Gantz requests delay for passage of Draft Law

Defense Minister asks Supreme Court for 3-month extension to September to pass new Draft Law, citing recent formation of new government.

Bennett: Stop transferring funds to terrorists

Yamina leader blasts Gantz, Netanyahu for freezing order against PA banks used by terrorists. 'Their decision gives a tailwind to terror.'

Defense Ministry prepares for 2nd coronavirus wave

New production line for N95 masks in Sderot to produce up to 2 million masks per month.

'Gantz himself does not believe the rotation will take place'

Opposition chairman: The government doesn't care about the citizens.

Greedy politicians: Skills of a General don't lend to diplomacy

The farce and cost of two Prime Ministers resulting from disunity.

Bennett: Restore order stopping payments to murderers

Former DM condemns decision by Benny Gantz to repeal order against terrorists' bank accounts. 'Restore order and prevent the next murder.'

Gantz cancels Bennett order preventing paying murderers of Jews

Policy obligating banks in PA territory to freeze and close accounts frozen under DM's order.

'I didn't ask for luxury cars, that's a blatant lie'

Defense Minister says he sought to reduce his security costs. "What interests me is only doing good for the State of Israel."

Gantz requests 2 Audi A8s for convoy

Despite financial crisis created by coronavirus pandemic, alternate prime minister requests same vehicles received by prime minister.

Defense Minister orders military preparations for sovereignty

IDF Chief of Staff instructed to expedite military preparations for coming political steps, even appointing project manager on his behalf.

Benny Gantz:

We'll give legal system, enforcement bodies all necessary backup

Alternate PM and DM Benny Gantz addresses emergency regulations at Blue and White meeting, says his party will back justice system.

'Israel's democracy is stronger than coronavirus'

Defense Minister Benny Gantz promises changes to emergency bill, says new legislation will dramatically improve status quo.

Sovereignty Plan:

Netanyahu keeping sovereignty map secret - even from Benny Gantz

Officials say PM keeping map of sovereignty plan a secret, with even senior coalition partners in the dark on Israel's planned borders.

No new residence for Alternate Prime Minister

Netanyahu's alternative residence in the second part of the rotation will be in Caesarea or in Jerusalem.

DM Gantz: Time for a coronavirus commando

Gantz said the Ministry of Defense was preparing for a scenario in which 'coronavirus hotels' would need to accommodate more patients.

Gantz cuts off meeting with Netanyahu over Regev's comments

Likud officials respond to minister's criticism of alternate prime minister. 'The campaign is over. It is time for unity.'

Nasrallah mocks Gantz

Hezbollah leader says Israel is "a racist state" that will "disappear".

Gantz: I have full confidence in the legal system

Gantz comments on Netanyahu's trial: He is presumed innocent, I'm sure he will receive a fair trial.

Senate Democrats warn against sovereignty

19 Senate Democrats write letter to PM and Defense Minister, warn that sovereignty move would place Israel at risk.

Gantz to Iran: 'Don't test us'

Ali Khamenei's statements 'prove his weakness,' MK Benny Gantz says. 'I don't suggest anyone test us.'

Gantz: I chose to advance the agenda of the State of Israel

In TV interview, Benny Gantz discusses Netanyahu's trial, the overrule clause, and Lapid and Ya'alon.

New Netanyahu government - can we expect anything different?

Will anything change, or will his new left-wing partner Benny Gantz pull him over to the left?

Bennett: Iran leaving Syria, but could come back

Outgoing Defense Minister Naftali Bennett holds ceremony to mark turnover of ministry to Benny Gantz.

Gantz first day: Amir Eshel named next Defense Ministry director

Eshel will replace outgoing Defense Ministry director-general Udi Adam.

Gantz's first call: To families of captive Israelis

New Defense Minister begins term by pledging his committment to securing the return of the Israelis held captive by Hamas in Gaza.

World leaders welcome Israel's new government

PM Netanyahu and alternate PM Gantz receive greetings over new government from Europe, the US and even India.

Benny Gantz gets fourth office

MK Gantz to open new office on Sunday, to the tune of millions of shekels. 'Necessary to run half a government,' sources say.

Gantz appoints first ever female haredi minister

Gantz appointed MK Omer Yankelevich as the incoming Diaspora Minister, making her the first ever female Knesset minister.

Likud: Bennett approached Gantz regarding minority government

Sources in the Likud accused Bennett of having contacted Benny Gantz regarding possibility of joining minority gov't.

Pompeo: Only Israel will decide on sovereignty

Secretary of State says he discussed the issue of sovereignty with Netanyahu and Gantz: They will have to find the way together.

Gantz resigns as Knesset Speaker

Blue and White leader steps down after a month and a half as Knesset Speaker to assume new ministerial role.

Gantz: It won't be my dream government

Blue and White chairman says the political crisis should end next week and there will finally be a government in Israel.

Unity Government:

72 MKs nominate Netanyahu for Prime Minister

Likud, Blue & White submit signatures of 72 MKs to President Rivlin, endorsing Netanyahu as prime minister.

Unity government to be sworn in next Wednesday

Netanyahu and Gantz agree that the new government will be sworn in on Wednesday of next week.