Naftali Bennett

Bennett: We'll respond to rocket at time, place of our choosing

Prime Minister holds situational assessment at Gaza Division a day after terrorists fire rocket at Sderot.

PM Bennett orders IDF not to respond to Gaza rocket attack

"We won't tolerate attacks of any kind, no matter how minor," said Bennett, just a year ago...

Bennett and Modi speak, praise 'flourishing relationship'

India's and Israel's Prime Ministers spoke by phone. "We reviewed cooperation and agreed on tremendous potential of strategic partnership"

'We hope to contain the fire in the morning and afternoon'

Prime Minister Bennett visits the command center near the wildfire in the Jerusalem hills.

Watch: Bennett's convoy makes its way from vacation in the North

The Prime Minister's vacation in the North off the country came to an end, with an escorted convoy making its way down the coastal highway.

Settlement leaders set up protest tent outside PM's office

Leaders of the settlement movement protesting Bennett's alleged inactivity with regards to Jewish construction in Judea & Samaria.

How many Israelis would obey a lockdown?

PM Bennett is pushing vaccinations, epidemiological investigations, in an effort to avoid lockdown, report says.

Bennett: Vaccinate on Shabbat & night, it's about saving lives

Prime Minister Bennett emphasized that the vaccination efforts must continue around the clock, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

PM Bennett:

'Didn't get third vaccine yet? You could die'

Bennett calls on Israelis over 50 to get third dose of COVID vaccine, warns those who don't get it they are in 'mortal danger'.

Israel seeks to coordinate 'plan b' with US on Iran

Sources: Bennett told CIA Director that the US and Israel should work on a joint strategy in case Iran elects not to return to nuclear deal.

Rambam hospital director: Bennett did not ask for anything

Dr. Michael Halberthal rejects report that PM demanded silence from hospital directors in exchange for budget increases, more staff.

Bennett removes 1,000 houses from approved construction list

PM Bennett removes 1,000 out of over 3,000 housing units from list of Yesha construction which had already received approval.

Likud demands investigation against Bennett for bribery

PM accused of offering billions to hospital budgets in exchange for silence on COVID crisis. PMO denies accusations.

Bennett to Pfizer CEO: Speed up vaccine approval for children

Israeli PM speaks with Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla about possibility of vaccinating children under 12, providing 3rd vaccine doses.

Netanyahu takes off for US vacation

PM Bennett begins vacation in north as former PM Netanyahu flies to US for his own vacation. Netanyahu to quarantine upon returning.

Bennett: Prepare to administer third dose to additional sectors

If the Health Ministry approves, a third dose of the coronavirus vaccine will be available for younger Israelis beginning next week.

Secret agreement: Silence in exchange for additional staff

The government promised to provide hospitals with additional staff - in exchange for complete silence, no matter what.

Yesha Council: Gantz approves construction, Bennett delays it

Disappointment in Judea and Samaria over plans to approve construction for Palestinian Arabs in Area C.

Bennett and CIA chief discuss Iran, regional cooperation

Bennett and CIA chief Burns discussed Iran and other regional issues as well as mutual cooperation in a number of areas.

Israel's new government faces a crisis of legitimacy

Israel's new government is unlikely to address crucial issues. Here is what Bennett can do to improve things. Op-ed.

Netanyahu: Bennett wasted valuable time

Netanyahu blasted Bennett for failing to implement a more effective policy for dealing with COVID after he'd 'rid the country of the virus.'

New limitations in wake of COVID spike?

Bennett scheduled to hold a situational assessment of the rise in COVID cases, as the daily total nearly doubled Monday.

Who is running the country?

The new government has created an environment of confusion and indecisiveness that the world is taking advantage of. Op-ed.

Israel to assist in firefighting efforts in Greece

Prime Minister Bennett approves departure of two firefighting planes to assist in extinguishing the wildfires in Greece.

PM Bennett: Israel will not accept fire onto its territory

PM addresses Israeli response to incendiary balloons at opening of cabinet meeting.

Bennett: The holiday season depends on how many people vaccinate

'A quarter of a million adults received a 3rd dose of coronavirus vaccine, my predecessor wanted to wait for FDA approval,' PM Bennett says.

PM Bennett: 'Those 60+ not vaccinated are especially at risk'

'Anyone over age 60 who hasn't received three doses is at six times greater risk of serious illness than those vaccinated,' PM Bennett says.

'Bennett is managing the crisis in an exceptional manner'

Foreign Minister responds to report that he had not taken part in Coronavirus Cabinet's meetings: I don't need to be there.

PM Bennett: We want to keep Israel open

Israeli Prime Minister says he wants Israel to remain open - 'but not if hospitals are forced to turn patients away.'

Health Ministry to push quarantine for vaccinated adults

PM Bennett warns harsher restrictions may be on the way, as Health Ministry pushes return to full Green Pass protocol, limits on gatherings.

PM's mother receives third dose: 'I don't want another lockdown'

Israeli PM accompanies his mother for her third coronavirus vaccine. 'I want to be at my grandson's wedding in October,' she says.

PM Bennett threatens Iran

'No one has any doubt who is behind ship attack,' PM Bennett warns.

Bennett's warning to the ministers

Prime Minister Bennett made a gloomy prediction to the ministers regarding the uptick in cases of COVID-19 in Israel.

Bennett's security advisor meets US counterpart

White House says the two discussed the strategic challenges and exchanged views about the opportunities in the region.

Blame game in Knesset plenum

Shouting and accusations fly in the Knesset meeting forced by the opposition.

Poll: 78% believe PM Bennett won't evacuate illegal Arab outpost

Majority of Israeli Jews believe PM Bennett will freeze construction in Judea and Samaria, new poll shows.

Yesha Council CEO has a reminder for Bennett

Yesha Council CEO Yigal Dilmoni attends Jerusalem Conference, calls on PM to protect Judea and Samaria.

PM: Iran made grave mistake, we know how to convey the message

"We expect the int'l system to make it clear to Iran that they have made a grave mistake. In any case, we know how to convey the message."

Coronavirus in Israel: 201 serious cases, 31 intubated

PM Bennett announces new policy: Lockdown only when hospitals are on the cusp of being overwhelmed.

Bennett speaks to Fauci amid spread of Delta variant

Bennett after speaking to top US infectious disease expert: The only way to face COVID is by working together.

Bennett: 'Recommendations carry weight, we'll decide today'

PM Naftali Bennett says 'plan of action' almost ready, says Israelis have 'three layers of protection' against coronavirus.

Haredi MK Gafni calls Prime Minister Bennett 'a murderer'

United Torah Judaism faction chief calls prime minister a murderer, blaming him for coronavirus deaths.

Data from Israel confirms: Booster dose safe for use

According to reports, data from around 2,000 Israelis suggests that a 3rd dose of COVID-19 vaccine is safe.

Hamas vows to pressure the Bennett government

Senior Hamas official: Bennett government has no political experience and the Palestinians will pressure it if their demands are not met.

Knesset approves Bennett-Lapid rotation deal

Opposition walks out of debate, vote on agreement to allow Bennett and Lapid to rotate as prime minister.

PM Bennett: 'We're very close to a third vaccine dose'

As infection rates soar, PM Bennett says Israel 'very close' to offering 3rd dose of coronavirus vaccine for the vulnerable. 'We're on it.'

Israeli officials to visit US, prepare for Biden-Bennett meeting

Bennett’s foreign policy advisers will travel to Washington to begin preparations for a planned meeting between Bennett and President Biden.

Bennett orders Health and Education ministers to cooperate

The Prime Minister's challenge during a debate over reopening schools: "Find a way to cooperate."

Bennett: Protests won't beat the Delta variant, the vaccine will

PM emphasizes he stands by remarks against those who choose not to receive COVID shot, and addresses subsequent protests.

Shaked, Bennett, in disagreement over anti-Netanyahu bill

Interior Min. Shaked opposes anti-Netanyahu bill, after PM Bennett has allowed it to move foward.

Health Ministry chief: I'm against attacking refusers

Professor Nachman Ash: The vaccine is important, but I don't believe in attacking those who refuse to get it.

PM Bennett speaks with Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi

Bennett thanked the Crown Prince for opening the UAE Embassy in Israel and hosting Foreign Minister Yair Lapid.

Bennett calls prince of UAE

Prime Minister Bennet extended a holiday greeting for Eid al-Adha and emphasized the importance of the relationship with the UAE.

Gideon Sa'ar planning the 'Netanyahu Law'

Justice Minister to submit bill preventing a criminal defendant from serving as Prime Minister.

Bennett: 'Vaccine refusers endanger us all'

Prime Ministers calls on the unvaccinated to get the COVID jab. 'Vaccine refusers are endangering other people's health and our freedom.'

The lack of respect for Israel’s new government

The apparent disregard and lack of respect by the Biden administration of Israel’s new government could have been foretold. Op-ed..

Israel warns of 'dire' consequences of ignoring COVID guidelines

Bennett warned of increased risks of the new, 'more deadly' Delta variant, as well as greater fines for disregarding health guidelines.

Gaza threatens Bennett government

Palestinian Arab groups in Gaza Strip warn Israel against crossing red lines in Jerusalem.

Samaria leader: Announce there will be no construction freeze

Yossi Dagan clarifies to PM that he will fight any construction freeze in Judea and Samaria.

French lawmakers meet with Bennett

Dozens of French MPs meet with Israeli Prime Minister and Foreign Minister.