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Poll: Gantz continues to strengthen

New survey shows National Unity party rising to 31 seats, left-wing bloc winning 64 seats. 45% say Gantz most suited to be PM.

Poll: Gantz continues to strengthen

Gantz in New York:

'We will back the government if it acts against Iran'

National Unity Party chairman: We will do whatever it takes to prevent an existential threat to the State of Israel.

'We will back the government if it acts against Iran'

National Unity prepares for party primaries

The party's election process is being slowed reportedly due to disagreements between its different factions.

National Unity prepares for party primaries

Gantz: 'We have stopped Israel's rush to disaster'

National Unity leader Benny Gantz encouraged demonstrators against the judicial reform at a rally in Hod Hasharon.

Gantz: 'We have stopped Israel's rush to disaster'

Poll:

Netanyahu again favored to serve as Prime Minister

Following Operation Shield and Arrow, Israelis once again see Netanyahu as the most suitable person to serve as Prime Minister.

Netanyahu again favored to serve as Prime Minister

Gantz:

'We must not return to the routine of threats to democracy'

After Gaza operation, MK Benny Gantz brings the debate surrounding the judicial reform back to the public agenda.

'We must not return to the routine of threats to democracy'

Benny Gantz:

'In the fight against terrorism, we are all one'

National Unity Party chairman expresses support for counterterrorism operation in Gaza.

'In the fight against terrorism, we are all one'

Gantz at Kfar Saba conference:

'This government only looks after itself'

National Unity chairman: Netanyahu decided that the most important thing to discuss is a regime coup that will tear us apart.

'This government only looks after itself'

Benny Gantz:

'Killing Hamas leaders not out of our playbook'

Fmr. Defense Minister Gantz said that an attack in the Gaza Strip needs to affect Israel's enemies, not satisfy the voters.

'Killing Hamas leaders not out of our playbook'

Gantz blasts government:

'Deterrence has eroded, the government has lost it'

National Unity chairman criticizes the government's conduct: It's like a kindergarten, Netanyahu is unable to control his people.

'Deterrence has eroded, the government has lost it'

Benny Gantz

Gantz responds to intimate photos distributed online

Gantz wants "to replace the government and serve Israeli society from right and left. But politics should not enter the cemeteries."

Gantz responds to intimate photos distributed online

Gantz responds to Michaeli:

'There are no talks behind the scenes, that's a lie'

MK Hili Tropper: We see the latest polls but are not basking in them. We understand there is a demand among the people for our path.

'There are no talks behind the scenes, that's a lie'

Ben-Gvir spars with Gantz, Lapid

The National Security Minister's post explaining why he remains in the government brought a rash of criticisms from the opposition leaders.

Ben-Gvir spars with Gantz, Lapid

Poll:

More Israelis prefer Gantz as PM over Netanyahu

When Netanyahu faces off against Lapid, there is a tie of 32%. When Netanyahu faces off against Gantz, the former Defense Minister prevails.

More Israelis prefer Gantz as PM over Netanyahu

Herzog speaks to Netanyahu, Lapid and Gantz

Herzog speaks to Netanyahu, Lapid and Gantz and asks them to set up working teams.

Herzog speaks to Netanyahu, Lapid and Gantz

Gantz on judicial reform freeze: Better late than never

National Unity party chairman says he is ready for negotiations at the President's Residence now that the judicial reforms have been frozen.

Gantz on judicial reform freeze: Better late than never

Poll:

Netanyahu and Lapid weaken, Gantz gains strength

Channel 12 News poll finds a new right-wing party that opposes judicial reform would win 10 Knesset seats.

Netanyahu and Lapid weaken, Gantz gains strength

Lapid:

'We accept President's proposal, Levin doesn't want compromise'

Gantz: The President's outline is not ideal, but the alternative is destructive. Liberman: We must separate religion and state.

'We accept President's proposal, Levin doesn't want compromise'

Channel 13 News poll

40% of the public: No to firing Ben Gvir

58% of Yesh Atid voters support joining the government, 66% of National Unity voters support a similar move by Gantz.

40% of the public: No to firing Ben Gvir

Judicial reform protests:

Hundreds of cars block access to Ben Gurion Airport

National Unity head Benny Gantz to A-G: 'Stop Ben-Gvir entering police control room & giving orders.'

Hundreds of cars block access to Ben Gurion Airport

Lapid & Gantz:

'Israel stands at brink of emergency and Netanyahu presses on'

Opposition leaders respond to President's call for dialogue by saying they will only agree to talk if the judicial reform bills are frozen.

'Israel stands at brink of emergency and Netanyahu presses on'

Gantz: There is no government, there is chaos

Former Defense Minister accuses 'far-right' ministers, MKs of causing a 'security disaster' following deadly shooting attack in Samaria.

Gantz: There is no government, there is chaos

After Lapid and Gantz:

President Herzog meets MK Rothman

President repeats his call for negotiations and for reaching that will benefit the State of Israel and its citizens.

President Herzog meets MK Rothman

Gantz to Levin:

'Freeze the legislation - and we can negotiate tonight'

National Unity chairman speaks to Justice Minister Yariv Levin about the possibility of reaching a compromise on the judicial reform.

'Freeze the legislation - and we can negotiate tonight'

Benny Gantz:

'Netanyahu let the extremists advance - and look what happened'

National Unity chairman willing to hold talks on Minister Yariv Levin's judicial reform.

'Netanyahu let the extremists advance - and look what happened'

Benny Gantz visits Nefesh B'Nefesh Aliyah campus

National Unity party leader meets NBN co-founder Rabbi Yehoshua Fass and Noya Govrin, FIDF - Nefesh B’Nefesh Lone Soldiers Program director

Benny Gantz visits Nefesh B'Nefesh Aliyah campus

Report: Netanyahu seeking to bring Lapid, Gantz into government

Political official says PM giving 'extremists' free rein to entice opposition leaders to join govt. to serve as a counterbalance.

Report: Netanyahu seeking to bring Lapid, Gantz into government

Lapid: This is how democracy falls in a day

Opposition party leaders furious after MK Tzvika Fogel calls for them to be arrested for their attacks on judicial reforms.

Lapid: This is how democracy falls in a day

MK Fogel: "Gantz and Lapid, two whiners inciting sedition"

On Ben-Gvir's demand that protesters who block roads be arrested: "I want all protesters to be treated the same."

MK Fogel: "Gantz and Lapid, two whiners inciting sedition"

Benny Gantz:

'I can't be part of an extreme government'

National Unity chairman blasts Minister Yariv Levin's reform: Netanyahu has no legitimacy to dismantle the legal system in Israel.

'I can't be part of an extreme government'

Gantz: I want no part in civil war Netanyahu is trying to ignite

Gantz comes out against the conduct of the new government but warns the opposition of attacking the foundations of Israeli democracy.

Gantz: I want no part in civil war Netanyahu is trying to ignite

Gantz speaks to PA chairman:

'Maintaining contacts is of paramount importance'

Defense Minister tells PA chairman that international moves against Israel will make it difficult in promoting a peace process.

'Maintaining contacts is of paramount importance'

Heads of opposition parties:

'We will fight together against the government'

Heads of opposition parties announce fight against the new government, which they define as "dark and anti-democratic."

'We will fight together against the government'

Gantz to haredim:

'These coercive & racist policies will harm you the most'

Defense Minister says new government's discriminatory policies could lead to discrimination against haredim.

'These coercive & racist policies will harm you the most'

Hadar Goldin:

Mother meets with Pope: 'I've despaired of all the politicians'

"Benny Gantz was the IDF Chief-of-Staff who sent my son into Gaza. He hasn't done a thing to bring him back."

Mother meets with Pope: 'I've despaired of all the politicians'

Defense Minister decides to retain body of deceased terrorist

Decision follows govt. policy of acquiring "bargaining chips" in potential prisoner exchange.

Defense Minister decides to retain body of deceased terrorist

Gantz lights Hanukkah candle with soldiers in Samaria

The Defense Minister thanked commanders and soldiers for their commitment to Israel's wellbeing.

Gantz lights Hanukkah candle with soldiers in Samaria

3rd night of Hanukkah:

Benny Gantz lights candles at the Western Wall Plaza

Also present were Rabbi Grossman of Migdal Ha'emek and hundreds of Holocaust survivors.

Benny Gantz lights candles at the Western Wall Plaza

Gantz: Time has come to put serious pressure on Iran

Defense Minister at Jewish Media Summit: Ties between us were forged 3,000 years ago and are stronger than any 1 government.

Gantz: Time has come to put serious pressure on Iran

Benny Gantz: New government will have 3 Defense Ministers

Govt poised to pass law dividing authority within Defense Ministry.

Benny Gantz: New government will have 3 Defense Ministers

Op-ed:

Lapid and friends use demonization to incite a civil war

The campaign against the incoming government is undermining Israel at home and abroad. Op-ed.

Lapid and friends use demonization to incite a civil war

Netanyahu: Lapid, Gantz spreading 'lies and fear-mongering'

PM-designate responds to criticisms of his incoming government and the coalition deals he signed.

Netanyahu: Lapid, Gantz spreading 'lies and fear-mongering'

Gantz:

'Iran continues to try and establish itself in Syria'

Defense Minister Benny Gantz: Iran has carried out over 16 attacks on civilian targets in the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf in five years.

'Iran continues to try and establish itself in Syria'

Hebron incident:

Gantz won't approve Ben Gvir's request to visit soldier

Defense Minister informs Otzma Yehudit chairman he would not agree to his request to visit the soldier.

Gantz won't approve Ben Gvir's request to visit soldier

Gantz:

'I approved 10,000 housing units in Judea and Samaria'

Gantz is satisfied with his two years as Defense Minister and promises again that he will not sit with Netanyahu.

'I approved 10,000 housing units in Judea and Samaria'

Gantz: Netanyahu 'trampling democracy' with Override Clause

Outgoing DM says law allowing just 61 MKs to override the Supreme Court would institute corruption and trample minority rights.

Gantz: Netanyahu 'trampling democracy' with Override Clause

Gantz thanks Azerbaijan DM for opening embassy in Israel

Outgoing Israeli defense minister says opening of first embassy by a Shi'ite country in Israel reflects 'deep friendship' between countries.

Gantz thanks Azerbaijan DM for opening embassy in Israel

Gantz to US Defense Secretary:

'You are a true friend of the State of Israel'

Defense Minister Benny Gantz holds conversation with US counterpart Lloyd Austin as Gantz prepares to leave his post.

'You are a true friend of the State of Israel'

Following Ariel attack:

Hundreds of permits to be revoked from terrorist's relatives

Defense Minister Gantz approves cancellation of hundreds of permits in Israel for family members of Ariel terrorist.

Hundreds of permits to be revoked from terrorist's relatives

Report:

Netanyahu in talks with Lapid, Gantz for unity government

While the Likud negotiates with right-wing parties, Netanyahu is reportedly maintaining alternate track with center-left parties.

Netanyahu in talks with Lapid, Gantz for unity government

Gantz to remain Defense Minister?

Defense Min. Benny Gantz may be offered to join coalition in exchange for remaining in his position, sources say.

Gantz to remain Defense Minister?

Poll:

Most of Lapid and Gantz's voters prefer unity government

Poll conducted for Channel 12 News: 76% of those who voted for anti-Netanyahu bloc support a unity government.

Most of Lapid and Gantz's voters prefer unity government

Gantz: Israel can operate inside Iran

Israeli Defense Minister warns of 'regional implications' of Iran's alliance with Russia.

Gantz: Israel can operate inside Iran

Report:

Herzog makes bid to prevent formation of right-wing government

After right-wing bloc wins Knesset election, president calls on center-left leaders to help form unity government. Both refuse

Herzog makes bid to prevent formation of right-wing government

Report:

Lapid and Gantz not on speaking terms since election loss

Rift between Israel's Prime Minister and Defense Minister following last week's electoral defeat, according to report.

Lapid and Gantz not on speaking terms since election loss

Gantz, Sa'ar, Eizenkot vow to go to opposition

National Unity party leaders vow to be a 'responsible and statesmanlike' opposition and prove they are fit to form an alternative government

Gantz, Sa'ar, Eizenkot vow to go to opposition

Benny Gantz to activists:

'A long night and long days are ahead'

Minister of Defense in a speech to activists: Whatever the results, we have only just begun the path of the National Unity Party.

'A long night and long days are ahead'

Gantz: Netanyahu a liar who endangers the country

Defense Minister responds to accusations by opposition leader he endangered soldiers during 2014 Gaza war.

Gantz: Netanyahu a liar who endangers the country

Gantz's plan to become prime minister

If right-wing bloc fails to win majority in upcoming elections, National Unity plans to win Yesh Atid backing for Gantz as premier.

Gantz's plan to become prime minister

The Sovereignty Movement: Unmasking Gantz's Policy

The Sovereignty Movement is troubled by the lack of clarity regarding Defense Minister Benny Gantz's policy, and is publicizing an ad that c

The Sovereignty Movement: Unmasking Gantz's Policy