Benny Gantz

Report: Gantz, Netanyahu in talks to form unity government

According to report, Gantz would be PM first under new rotation deal.

Gantz: We will keep striking at Hamas and come out on top

Defense Minister: The objectives are to bring quiet, strengthen moderate forces in the region, and deny Hamas strategic capacity.

Gantz to US delegation: We're careful to avoid harming civilians

Gantz asks delegation to convey to Biden his "profound appreciation" for "US commitment to Israel’s right and duty to defend itself."

Gantz to Hamas: Stop terrorizing our people and yours

Defense Minister Gantz to the International Community: Anyone who values life and liberty must stand up for Israel’s right to defend itself

Gantz to Facebook and TikTok executives: You must take action

Justice Minister Benny Gantz speaks with Facebook and TikTok Executives: 'Extremists are spreading disinformation and incitement.'

Gantz to Austin: It's our right to protect our people

Defense Minister Gantz to US Secretary of Defense: "It's our right and duty to protect our sovereignty and our people"

Gantz: 'No doubt' mixed cities have difficult days ahead

DM Gantz warns 'no doubt' mixed Arab-Jewish cities have difficult days head, says Border Police will reinforce local police presence.

Gantz: We can only win together. Only together

Defense Minister Benny Gantz delivered a joint statement with PM Netanyahu, IDF Chief-of-Staff,and Shin-Bet head, Nadav Argaman.

Netanyahu: Hamas will pay a heavy price

PM, DM Gantz release joint statement on response to rocket attacks, warn Hamas will pay for attacking Israeli citizens.

Gantz: Our campaign will severely damage Hamas

Defense Minister describes goals of current operation against Hamas.

Gantz: IDF operation against Hamas to continue

Defense Minister orders IDF to continue reprisals against terrorists as Gaza rocket fire continues Tuesday.

Gantz: Hamas will bear the consequences for attacks

Defense Minister vows forceful response after Gaza terrorists launch dozens of rockets, including seven at Jerrusalem.

Gantz: Facebook tolerates incitement which is causing violence

Defense Minister says social media companies not cooperating to help remove posts which incite current violence in Jerusalem.

Gantz: We will protect all religious sites

Defense Minister on Victory Day: State of Israel will ensure rights, safety, freedom of worship for people of all religions.

Gantz to Bennett: Don't fall for Netanyahu's trap

Defense Minister calls on Yamina chairman to support giving mandate to Yair Lapid.

Gantz: We will settle the score with the terrorists

Defense Minister tours Judea and Samaria Division, vows IDF will catch terrorists behind Sunday's shooting attack.

Gantz demands state commission of inquiry into Meron tragedy

"Inquiry should begin as soon as possible, while evidence is still readily accessible."

Benny Gantz: My door is closed to Netanyahu - unequivocally

'I'm absolutely committed to the change bloc.' Defense Minister pushes back on reports that he is open to joining Likud-led government.

Gantz refuses another offer of rotation from Netanyahu

As Blue and White chairman rejects every proposal to be in a coalition with Netanyahu, Bennett is expected to decide where he is headed.

Gantz: I was offered to be first in a rotation with Netanyahu

Blue and White chairman: I was offered to be the first in a rotation agreement with Netanyahu, but it's impossible to trust him.

Gantz does not commit to boycotting Netanyahu

Blue and White leader says change needed after yesterday's vote for Justice Minister, hopes Bennett and Lapid agree on unity government.

Netanyahu relents, agrees to appoint Gantz Justice Minister

After attempting to force through Likud MK as new Justice Minister, Netanyahu accedes to Blue and White, agrees to appoint Benny Gantz.

Gantz: Netanyahu abusing power, undermining rule of law

Blue and White chairman calls on Knesset to unite to remove Netanyahu from power after he attempted to have appoint Akunis Justice Minister

Cabinet meeting devolves into screaming match

A-G tells Netanyahu attempt to appoint Justice Minister who is not approved by Gantz is illegal under coalition agreement.

Report: PM tried to approve operation behind ministers' backs

Netanyahu and Gantz tried to approve operational activity behind backs of ministers. At the last minute the PM convened a limited forum.

Report: Netanyahu offered Gantz to serve as PM first

Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke with Benny Gantz about new government, with Gantz serving as PM first for one year, followed by Netanyahu.

Gantz presents veteran rehabilitation reform

DM says plan will be brought for approval in coordination with PM next week. 'We have a moral and historic obligation to make change.'

Gantz: Hezbollah will pay a heavy price if it challenges us

Defense Minister completes tour of IDF Northern Command, says IDF is prepared for any threat.

Gantz: Bennett must not fall into Netanyahu's trap

Blue and White chairman warns Netanyahu will betray promises and agreements with coalition partners, will 'bankrupt' Bennett.

Jewish organizations to Gantz: 'Don't let PA reward terror'

Last week the PA paid terrorists who had murdered Jews for the first time since it was designated a criminal act to do so.

Yuli Edelstein:

'Gantz is committing a crime against Israelis' health'

Health Minister accuses Defense Minister of 'crime' against public's health, as government deadlock leaves vaccine payments frozen.

"I'll rip your head off" - Gantz jokes around with reporter

During Secretary Austin's visit to the Nevatim air force base Gantz had a an unexpected exchange with reporter Or Heller.

US Sec. of Defense visits Israeli Air Force base

Defense Min. Benny Gantz, US Sec. of Defense Lloyd Austin, visit Air Force base in southern Israel, exchange gifts.

Gantz: We will ensure Iran agreement secures Israel's interests

Gantz told American counterpart that ICC trial will not stop IDF from being a moral army & that Iran deal has to ensure Israel's security.

Gantz: Tehran of today poses a strategic threat to the world

"We will work closely with our American allies, to ensure that any new agreement with Iran will secure the vital interests of Israel."

Labor chair: Gantz strikes again

Labor party chairwoman Merav Michaeli accuses Benny Gantz of 'stealing' left-wing votes, preparing to sit with Netanyahu again.

Gantz: Netanyahu has a conflict of interest

Outgoing Justice Minister Gantz says what is most important is removing Netanyahu from office.

Gantz asks Mansour Abbas to recommend him for PM

Blue and White leader seeks support for candidacy for PM despite winning only 8 seats.

Gantz calls on Lapid, Bennett and Sa'ar: Let's sit down

Blue and White chairman calls on fellow party leaders to hold 4-way meeting to form coalition to replace Netanyahu.

Gantz: I was a warrior and will remain a warrior

Blue and White chairman responds to exit polls: I will reach out to anyone who can offer a replacement for Netanyahu.

Gantz looks to unite anti-Netanyahu bloc

Defense Minister vows to 'unite pro-change bloc', hints at possible fifth round of elecitons.

Gantz: Vote for change - or we'll end up going to 5th election

Defense Minister casts his ballot, urges Israelis to vote for 'change bloc' looking to replace Netanyahu as premier.

Gantz: We must remain together - or we will fall apart

Blue and White chairman appeals to parties in the anti-Netanyahu bloc on the eve of the election.

Benny Gantz: There are no defectors in Blue and White

Blue and White chairman: Netanyahu did not permit government ministers go to the Gulf because he wanted to go there first.

'If a small party falls - it'll be Lapid's fault'

Labor Party chairwoman Merav Michaeli: Gantz is interested in a fifth election, there is no reason to vote for him.

Gantz: I have no plans to quit the race

Blue and White chairman claims he is "doing the responsible and right thing" by not quitting the race for the Knesset.

'Netanyahu is afraid I'll be prime minister'

'Most important goal right now is to remove PM Netanyahu from his position,' Defense Min. Gantz says.

Benny Gantz calls PM Netanyahu 'trash'

Defense Minister excoriates Prime Minister Netanyahu, calling him 'that trash' - before walking back comment.

Gantz criticizes Lapid: Not the way a leader should behave

Blue and White chairman: Lapid is attacking the members of his own bloc. That's not how the leader of the bloc should behave.

'I never had an affair with Benny Gantz'

Diaspora Minister Omer Yankelevich pushes back on rumors she had an intimate relationship with Defense Minister Benny Gantz.

Gantz: Netanyahu not promoting relations with Jordan

Defense Minister criticizes Netanyahu's handling of last week’s spat with Jordan.

Gantz does not rule out sitting with Bennett

Blue and Whiten chairman calls decision to join unity government with Netanyahu a 'political accident' due to PM's behavior.

'Israel finances terror against it'

Families of terror victims petition Supreme Court demanding that state enforce law deducting funds the PA pays to terrorists.

Gantz: I won't abandon Communications Ministry

Communications Minister Benny Gantz in flurry of moves ahead of elections to ensure ministry continues to function.

Gantz demands Netanyahu retract calls for protest

Blue and White's leader warns against 'Israel's own Capitol riots'.

Gantz: Bennett could be Prime Minister

Defense Minister: Bennett is a worthy person who serves the people and the State of Israel.

Gantz: IDF updating plans to strike Iranian nuclear sites

Defense Minister tells Fox News: If the world doesn't stop Iran, we must defend ourselves by ourselves.

Gantz: Netanyahu will not hesitate to fire me

Blue and White chairman warns: If we are not in the next Knesset, nothing will stop Netanyahu.

Gantz: Iran attempting to strengthen position for nuclear talks

Defense Minister visits Gaza Division, says life could change for Gazans if Hamas returns all Israeli prisoners.

After confrontation: Blue and White storm out of cabinet meeting

DM confronts PM in wake of Netanyahu and Minister Katz's attempts to pass their economic plan, orders his ministers to leave discussion.