Naftali Bennett

Education Ministry backs away from ban of Jewish-Arab love novel

Education Ministry says Dorit Rabinyan's novel can now be studied in advanced literature classes, but not as part of general curriculum.

Controversial poet: Bennett is a 'moron'

Israeli authors associated with the Left in a fury over Education Ministry's decision to ban novel depicting Arab-Jewish love story.

Left outraged as Bennett backs ban of pro-assimilation novel

Leftist MKs condemn Education Ministry's ban of novel depicting Arab-Jewish love. Minister Bennett: I back the professional echelon.

Bennett to party leaders: 'Thank you for your support'

Jewish Home hosts heads of party branches. Bennett: 'You are religious Zionists, not terrorists from Duma.'

Jewish Home MKs: Justice for Shaked

MKs call to dismiss, rebuke HUJI professor for calling Justice Minister a 'neo-Nazi.'

Labor MK says 'Jewish terrorist' serving as Bennett aide

Yoel Hasson blasts Jewish Home chairman for inconsistency, calls on him to condemn 'Jewish terror' closer to home.

Security around Bennett beefed up

Personal security for Jewish Home chairman increased following his remarks against the Duma arson suspects.

Watch: Bennett participates in educational archaeological dig

Education Minister joins teenagers for an educational archaeological dig. "This is the real youth of Israel."

'There is no justification for sadism, Bennett'

Lawyer Keidar criticizes Jewish Home head, noting he has first-hand evidence of torture in Duma case, Shin Bet never denied using violence.

Attorney tells 'naive' Bennett: 'Talk to released detainees'

Ben-Gvir calls not to outright accept Shin Bet briefings, talk to released suspects who 'are now on sedatives.'

Bennett: Duma suspects 'tried to dismantle Israel'

Jewish Home leader defends Shin Bet interrogation of suspects, says they prevented 'Duma 2.'

Naftali Bennett backs ISA over Duma arson allegations

Duma arsonists 'terrorists' trying to undermine the State, Bennett says, gives ISA benefit of the doubt over abuse allegations.

Bennett establishes 'first Arab college' in Israel

At Jewish Home meeting, Education Min. announces academic college to 'keep leading' the work for Arab sector from his last gov't role.

Haredi rabbi slams 'impudent' Bennett for Conservative visit

Popular lecturer says as Diaspora Affairs Minister Naftali Bennett should oppose, not condone, Conservative movement.

Bennett bans 'Breaking the Silence' from Israeli schools

Education Minister bars extremist anti-IDF NGO from schools, days after Defense Ministry imposes similar ban on entering IDF premises.

Bennett provides support to students affected by terror wave

Education Minister Naftali Bennett takes 2,500 students from towns hit in the current wave of terror out for stimulating activities.

Bennett: I'm working hard to increase security

'Traveling on the roads in Judea & Samaria has become dangerous' wrote Bennett following attack near Avnei Hefetz.

Chief Rabbi slams Bennett for Conservative school visit

Ashkenazic Chief Rabbi David Lau criticizes Jewish Home head for 'recognizing a path that distances Jews from the Jewish people.'

Regev: Bennett has no right to give out Jewish culture awards

A seemingly innocent project - giving out awards to artists for their work in Jewish culture - has generated an inter-ministry dispute.

Bennett resigns as minister, in order to return to Knesset

Jewish Home Chairman steps down as minister so that he can rejoin the Knesset, following Yinon Magal's resignation.

Bennett will return to the Knesset

Avi Wortzman forgoes opportunity to return to Knesset after Magal resignation, paving way for Jewish Home chairman to retake his seat.

Watch: How the West can learn from Israel to beat ISIS

Israeli Education Min. Naftali Bennett says western powers must first genuinely believe they can win - and then take tough action.

'With terrorists, kill or be killed - there's no middle ground'

Jewish Home party leader weighs in on the West's fight against Muslim terrorism.

Ariel demands Bennett set 'red lines' for Netanyahu

Agriculture Minister asks Jewish Home chairman to present Netanyahu with “red lines” in the wake of reported gestures to the PA.

Ya'alon blasts Bennett's 'hollow slogans'

Defense Minister appears to take a shot at Education Minister who called for Israel to launch an extensive against Palestinian terrorism.

Bennett thanks wounded soldiers for 'dedication' and 'strength'

In honor of Appreciation Day for IDF's wounded, Education Minister visits schools and rehabilitation facilities in Tel Aviv.

Bennett roots out Islamic Movement from academia

Following radical group's ban, Education Minister orders institutions of higher education to shut down any Islamic Movement activity.

Bennett: We'll respond to terror with more settlement

Education Minister visits Gush Etzion following terrorist attack, vows that Israel will not let terrorism win.

Islamic State understands one thing: Force

Report: Obama 'weighing' allowing Pollard to leave for Israel

Under pressure from Netanyahu, Obama considers allowing convicted spy to move to Israel; Bennett says Israel must do all it can.

Arutz Sheva exclusive

Jewish Home behind Jerusalem building thaw

Naftali Bennett, Uri Ariel presented ultimatum to Netanyahu, Arutz Sheva has learned - to lift freeze in exchange for vote on budget.

Video: Bennett tells Zoabi 'we should've killed more terrorists'

Education minister gets behind Knesset podium to reply to MK Zoabi, who accused him of boasting about killing Arabs.

Crackdown on Islamic Movement

Bennett on Islamic Movement: We've gone from words to action

Jewish Home Chairman says he not impressed by warnings that outlawing the Northern Islamic Movement will 'make things worse.'

Bennett: In Judea and Samaria, it's either Israel or ISIS

Education Min. blasts rivals for supporting Palestinian state, derides calls for Israeli concessions; 'Will France give up half of Paris'?

Jewish Home threatens to walk over budget

After learning 200 million shekels would be cut from education budget, Naftali Bennett warns Jewish Home could vote against state budget.

'Bibi freezes and Bennett is silent'

Leaders of Judea-Samaria towns warn that by silently going along with PM's building freeze, Jewish Home not meeting needs of constituents.

Bennett: EU labeling a 'new form of anti-Semitism'

Jewish Home chairman lashes out at EU labeling measure which 'singles out Israel.'

Bennett: Terror groups 'having a field day' over labeling

Jewish Home chairman tells the BBC the EU's decision to label Israeli products is rewarding terrorism.

Bennett calls to follow orders and destroy synagogue

Bennett 'rejects' letter of senior rabbis, who urged security forces not to demolish synagogue and thereby breach Jewish law.

PM: No intention to evacuate Judea-Samaria towns

Under fire for saying he has not ruled out a possible 'unilateral' move, Netanyahu clarifies there will not be another disengagement.

Arutz Sheva interview

Bennett: No handing over land to Arabs

Jewish Home head responds sharply to Netanyahu's statement about possible unilateral move in Judea, Samaria.

Protesters demand Deri quit government to save synagogue

Protest outside Deri's home; synagogue's rabbi to Deri, Bennett, Litzman: 'don't let desecration of G-d happen on your watch.'

Bennett opposes Netanyahu's two-state statements

Jewish Home Chairman denies that there was a unanimous vote to ease economic pressure on Palestinian Arabs.

Bennett supports Temple Mount Jewish prayer ban

Bennett: 'I'm for preserving status quo, now it is correct not to allow Jews to pray,' says Jewish construction is ongoing.

Bennett: We will not agree to any 'gestures' to Palestinians

Jewish Home chairman says his party will vote against any goodwill moves towards the PA, as Netanyahu is reportedly planning.

Watch: Naftali Bennett's 'most anti-Israel interview ever'

Jewish Home leader crosses swords with interviewer in what he later says was 'the most anti-Israel interview I ever went through.' Was it?

Bennett: Appoint Ran Baratz and don't apologize for it

Education Minister says Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu should appoint Ran Baratz as public diplomacy head if he so wishes.

Jewish Home drama: MK severely punished for skipping vote

Bennett and Magal sanction Yogev for not taking part in anti-parent bill, after verbal clash between Magal and Yogev.

Two Arab educators dismissed for inciting against IDF

'Whoever thinks he can earn a salary from Israelis while encouraging their murder is dead wrong," Education Minister asserts.

Watch: Steering Israel through choppy waters

Education Minister Naftali Bennet on what the gov't is doing to tackle ongoing Arab terrorism, and the prospects for Israel's future.

Watch: Exile, army and chutzpah - origins of the startup nation

Government Minister and former hi-tech innovator Naftali Bennett reveals the unique Israeli formula for success.

Bennett shames anti-Shaked inciter

Twitter user uploaded a Hitler-mustached photo of Justice Minister because of Transparency Bill.

Naftali Bennett supports Temple Mount cameras

Jeiwsh Home leader supports religious freedom on the Mount, but backs PM decision to keep 'status quo' banning Jewish prayer.

Bennett: Court isn't the enemy of the people

Jewish Home chairman tries to lower flames of acrimony between MK Yogev and courts, over Supreme Court's 'pro-terrorist' decision.

Bennett: Abbas is a Terrorist, We Mustn't Talk to Him

Jewish Home chairman attacks Netanyahu's statement that he is willing to meet PA chairman in an attempt to end terror wave.

Bennett on the BBC: You Don't Talk to a Murderous Regime

Jewish Home chairman says there is nothing to talk about with Abbas as long as he incites to murder Jews.

Herzog: Netanyahu and Bennett 'Must Go Home'

Herzog slams Binyamin Netanyahu and Naftali Bennett in a strongly-worded speech during the new Knesset session Monday.

Analysis

As Terrorism Grips Israel, Liberman Eyes His Comeback

Just six months ago, commentators were writing the Yisrael Beytenu leader off. How wrong they were.

Bennett: We Extend a Hand of Friendship, They Extend a Knife

Education Minister and Jewish Home head Naftali Bennett said that Israel needed to take much tougher steps against the PA

'Mahmoud Abbas is a Plucked Chicken'

Education Minister Naftali Bennett advocates a no-holds barred policy toward not only Hamas, but the PA as well.