Benny Gantz

Gantz to US:

'Only IDF Chief of Staff will determine its rules of engagement'

Defense Minister responds to State Department statement that US will pressure Israel to change IDF rules of engagement.

Netanyahu:

'Gantz has no possibility of forming a government'

Likud chairman: Gantz is trying to hide the fact that he and Lapid cannot form a stable government and all the polls prove it.

Gantz holds up opening of new yeshiva in Samaria

Yeshiva within blue line of Shiloh prevented from opening at the last minute by order of Defense Minister.

National Unity reveals list:

Elkin in Seventh place, Matan Kahana in ninth

Benny Gantz's party launches campaign in Tel Aviv and reveals its list of candidates for the upcoming elections.

Israel, US conduct joint missile-defense exercise

US and Israeli missile defense agencies hold joint simulation training exercise at Israel's Elbit Systems' Battle Lab.

Gantz visits United Hatzalah HQ as bulletproof vests inaugurated

Defense Minister and two MKs join ceremony marking 'inauguration' of 1,500 new bulletproof ceramic vests for emergency responders.

Report:

Netanyahu refused consultation with Gantz on new Chief of Staff

Defense Minister's office approached opposition chairman's office several times to invite him to a meeting on the matter, but was refused.

The IDF's new chief of staff: Maj. Gen. Herzi Halevi

Defence Minister Gantz chose to recommend Halevi over Maj. Gen. Eyal Zamir. The decision first needs to pass government approval

Israel, Japan sign new defense agreement

Israel, Japan mark 70 years of diplomatic relations, reach agreement on greater military equipment and technology cooperation.

Op-ed:

Hashemite Kingdom of Palestine:Gantz Ignoring or ignorant?

Five questions sent to current Defense Minister and prime ministerial candidate Benny Gantz await his answers. Op-ed.

For the first time in a decade

Israeli Defense Minister visits Japan

Defense Min. Gantz visits Japan, meets senior Japanese officials to discuss defense cooperation, strategic ties.

Religious Zionism Party source

'We prefer a right-wing government, but Gantz isn't ruled out'

Party won't agree to sit in opposition even if Netanyahu chooses to sacrifice Ben-Gvir to form government with Gantz

US National Security Council:

'US committed to ensure Iran never obtains a nuclear weapon'

US National Security Council: Sullivan stressed to Gantz that the US is committed to ensuring Iran never obtains a nuclear weapon.

Gantz tells Sullivan:

We must advance offensive and defensive options to face Iran

Defense Minister Benny Gantz Meets with US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan

Defense Min.: 'We must ensure Iran never gains nuclear umbrella'

'We constantly expand our cooperation to face Iranian malign activities,' Defense Min. Gantz says.

Gantz:

'Visit to CENTCOM was successful'

Defense Minister will continue his visit to the US with a meeting in Washington with National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan.

Gantz: US must act if Iran goes nuclear with or without deal

Defense Minister meets with US CENTCOM commander in Florida ahead of meeting with US National Security Adviser.

'Election propaganda'

Gantz ordered to remove photos taken with soldiers

Chairman of Central Elections Commission accepts Likud appeal, orders Gantz to remove photos from his private social media accounts.

Gantz takes off for US:

'I will convey a clear message on negotiations with Iran'

Defense Minister: An agreement that will not set Iran's capabilities back years will harm global and regional security.

Defense Min.:

'I'd be happy for the Joint Arab List to recommend me for PM'

Defense Min. Gantz calls to 'increase Palestinian governance,' urges Israeli Arabs to 'stream to the voting booths.'

Gantz to conduct official visit to US, Japan this weekend

Defense Minister to meet US CENTCOM Commander in Florida before visiting Japan.

Nasrallah:

'Israel's threats are worthless'

Hezbollah leader dismisses remarks by Defense Minister Benny Gantz, who said that an attack on the Karish oil rig could lead to war.

Security forces destroy buildings in Ma'aleh Yonatan

Nachala Movement head: Gantz concentrates on destroying Jewish homes instead of stopping the terrorists who endanger Jews on the roads.

Gantz: 'Eizenkot forced Matan Kahana on me'

Defense Min. Gantz, chair of National Unity, says former Chief of Staff Eizenkot forced him to accept Yamina defector Matan Kahana.

Former Yamina MK won't rule out meeting with Mahmoud Abbas

'I trust that when Defense Min. Gantz decides to meet someone, security is his top priority,' former min. Matan Kahana says.

Lapid's former no. 2 reveals who he will vote for

Rabbi Piron says that Yesh Atid deserves to be a ruling party, but in the upcoming elections "I will vote for Hili Tropper".

Report:

US asked Israel to review IDF's rules of engagement

Axios report: Blinken asked Gantz to review Israel's "rules of engagement" in Judea and Samaria following killing of Shireen Abu Aqleh.

Gantz ratifies designation of 6 PFLP affiliates as terror orgs.

Defense Minister ratifies decision from last October to designate 6 PA organizations as terrorist organizations.

Gantz:

I will continue meeting with Abbas, countless lives were saved

Defense Minister faces criticism for meetings he held with PA leader, whose antisemitic comments have caused a worldwide uproar.

Lloyd Austin: Commitment to Israel's security is ironclad

US Sec. of Defense Austin speaks with Israeli Defense Min. Gantz, condemning terror attack and reiterating commitment to Israel's security.

Yoaz Hendel:

'Gantz pressured me to form government supported by Joint List'

Yoaz Hendel opposed to government that relies on the Joint List, but will also not help Netanyahu establish a right-wing government.

Eizenkot: 'We have no right not to have a functioning gov't'

The former Chief of Staff held his first conference after declaring his entry into politics alongside Ministers Gantz and Sa'ar.

Shaked:

'Eizenkot, Kahana joining Gantz good news for left-wing voters'

Interior Minister criticizes Yamina defector, former Chief of Staff for joining 'State Camp' under Benny Gantz, Gideon Sa'ar.

Former IDF Chief of Staff to join Gantz and Sa'ar

Former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot has announced that he will be joining Gantz and Sa'ar's State Camp party for the next Knesset.

Lapid:

'Israel knows how to put its hands on every terror organization'

Lapid and Gantz meet with members of the IDF General Staff Forum and Chief of Staff Kohavi at the Kirya in Tel Aviv.

Defense Min.: 'Islamic Jihad in Gaza is a violent Iranian proxy'

'The great bond between Israel and Cyprus is based on shared values and interests,' Defense Min. Gantz stresses.

Gantz on ceasefire:

'There was no promise to release terrorists'

Defense Minister: As long as the calm continues in the south - we will allow work and basic economic well-being for the residents of Gaza.

Gantz holds security assessment after Operation Breaking Dawn

Defense Minister orders defense establishment to maintain operational readiness, more work to ensure security of Gaza border communities.

Operation "Breaking Dawn":

'Whoever seeks to hurt Israeli citizens – will be hurt'

PM and Defense Minister relate to elimination of Islamic Jihad southern division commander. "Operation will continue as long as necessary"

Gantz at Iron Dome battery :

"Activities will continue and intensify"

Defense Minister Benny Gantz visited one of Israel's counter-missile emplacements and delivered remarks on 'Operation Breaking Dawn.'

Gantz to US Defense Secretary:

'Israel is working to defend its citizens'

Defense Minister speaks with US Defense Secretary, updates him on Operation Breaking Dawn.

Lapid:

'We will do whatever it takes to defend our people'

Lapid and Gantz give statement as Operation Breaking Dawn begins. Gantz: Whoever threatens us - will not exist.

Prime Minister Lapid:

We will not allow terrorists to dictate our lives

PM Lapid said he would not allow terrorists to determine Israel's actions and reach every individual who tries to harm Israeli citizens.

Operation "Breaking Dawn":

IDF kills 15 terrorists including Islamic Jihad senior official

IDF announces attacks against targets in Gaza strip. Emergency situation declared on the home front.

Defense Min. to Gaza terror groups: 'Your time is up'

Defense Min. Gantz warns Hamas, Islamic Jihad: 'Those who hold the Gazan people hostage will have to take responsibility for the suffering.'

Defense Minister Gantz plays basketball with Shalva kids

Despite heightened security alert following arrest of Islamic Jihad leader, Ministers Gantz and Tropper keep word to Shalva kids.

Gantz: Keep IDF conscripts out of terror wings of prisons

Defense Minister announces reassessment of IDF soldiers serving in prisons in light of 'pimping scandal.'

Tired of the yes-Bibi/no-Bibi debate? It misses a critical issue

A yes-Gantz/no-Gantz debate is much more salient to Israel’s future. Op-ed.

Blinken to Gantz:

'There needs to be accountability for Abu Aqleh's killing'

State Department Spokesperson Ned Price issues statement following Blinken’s conversation with Defense Minister Benny Gantz.

Gantz to Blinken:

Israel will share results of investigation of Abu Akleh's death

Defense Minister Benny Gantz speaks with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken

Netanyahu to Benny Gantz:

'Don't appoint a new Chief of Staff during an election period'

Opposition leader to Minister of Defense: "The candidates are excellent, but this appointment must be made away from any political context."

Defense Minister Benny Gantz:

'The world must be aware of this crime against humanity'

Defense Minister during tour of southern border: “Hamas endangers Palestinian civilians"

Netanyahu:

'Lapid, Gantz endanger national security with Russia policy'

Former PM strongly criticizes handling of the Russian crisis by PM Lapid and Defense Minister Gantz.

Defense Min.: 'We are capable of attacking Iran very harshly'

In message to Hezbollah chief, Defense Min. Gantz says, 'If he challenges us, it will hurt them a lot.'

Benny Gantz:

'Blue and White-New Hope has both right and left'

Defense Minister: We will not sit with Netanyahu, we do not disqualify the Likud and those to our right and left.

Sa'ar: Gantz today is not the Gantz of 2019

Justice Minister says merging with Blue and White was necessary to prevent 'extremist' govt. under Netanyahu.

MI6 head: Iran doesn’t want nuclear deal

Chief of Britain’s Secret Intelligence Service tells conference that while US and EU pushing for nuclear deal, Iran is using talks to stall.

Benny Gantz:

'Abraham Accords could lead to separation from the Palestinians'

Defense Minister says agreements with Arab countries could lead Israel and Palestinians separating into two different entities.

Gantz condemns MKs who helped efforts to build new settlements

Defense Minister calls Religious Zionism party MKs' participation in Nachala Movement campaign to build settlements 'worthy of condemnation'

Gantz to visit US this week, attend Aspen Security Conference

During the conference, Minister Gantz is expected to conduct meetings with U.S. government officials.