Naftali Bennett

Bennett: The Whole Land of Israel is a Single 'Bloc'

After interviews by PM Netanyahu, Economics Min. Bennett says all Jewish towns in Judea and Samaria to remain under Israeli sovereignty.

Gemara Study Makes ‘Brilliant’ Workers, CEO Says

Minister Naftali Bennett quotes secular businessman on why it’s worthwhile to hire hareidi employees.

Bennett: 'We Can't Rely on Anyone Else at Moment of Truth'

Naftali Bennett said that his party would not allow the government to make radical concessions to the PA, despite US pressure

Bennett: Forget Sensors, We Need IDF to Protect Us

Economics Minister Naftali Bennett says Israelis must realize that they can only rely on themselves for their defense.

Prayer Rally or Demonstration of Hate?

While official organizers of today's 'million man march' claim it's a prayer rally, hareidi newspaper headline shows otherwise.

Bennett: Torah Students Will Not Go to Jail, Period

Economy Minister says the planned hareidi rally against the new draft law is unnecessary. "Military service is a mitzvah, not a decree."

'We Are a Lighthouse in a Very Turbulent Storm'

Economics Minister Naftali Bennett rejects EU boycotts, the idea of land for peace, and complaints against the hareidi draft.

Bennett: With 'Smart' Defenses, Who Needs An Army?

Economics Minister Naftali Bennett questions the wisdom of relying on technology to ensure Israel's defense in the Jordan Valley.

Police Investigate Incitement Against Lapid, Bennett

Police Chief warns that hareidi death-threats taken 'very seriously'; Science Minister asks Shin Bet, Public Security Ministry to step in.

'Jews Were in Israel Way Before Brits in Britain'

Appearing on BBC, Bennett argues two-state solution is failed approach, presses Jewish rights to Israel.

23,000 Hareidim to Hit the Job Market Within Months

Economics Minister Naftali Bennett on Monday led a round-table discussion on the employment situation in the hareidi community.

MKs Push to Have Sundays Off - Once a Month

Deal reached in ongoing initiative to give Israelis more time off; major coalition parties allegedly respond well to the move.

Burying the Hatchet

Bennett and Schulz Meet, Put Knesset Storm Behind Them

Economics Minister, EU Parliament head meet one week after ruckus over Knesset speech. Bennett pushes back against boycott efforts.

Online Event Sees Israeli, Diaspora Leaders Unite

Online 'jam session' between Jewish community members in Israel and around the world fosters innovation, collaboration.

Bennett: Cost of Living – The Most Important Issue

Minister of Economy takes on industrialists upset by his pro-competition measures.

Yesh Atid 'Dictatorship': Lapid Picks President Votes

Report shows Lapid has forbidden his party's MKs from signing support of presidential candidate, wants to control vote for female candidate.

Rabbi Lau: We'll Act to Reverse Danish Slaughter Ban

Israeli officials react to Denmark’s decision to ban kosher slaughter as of next week. Bennett: "We stand behind the Jewish community."

EU Officials: Schulz Was Offended by MKs' Criticism

EU officials say Martin Schulz is pro-Israel and was offended by Jewish Home's reaction to his speech in the Knesset.

Netanyahu: Schulz Didn't Bother to Check the Facts

PM says willingness of EU Parliament President to unquestioningly cite figures provided by the PA illustrates European 'selective hearing'.

Bennett Demands Apology from EU Parliament President over 'Lies'

Jewish Home head slams 'lies' uttered by EU parliament head Martin Schulz from Knesset podium, says he expects an apology.

Bennett: We're Making History

Jewish Home chairman hails the new draft law as “an historic change”. Shaked Committee to begin voting Monday on new draft law.

Liberman: Kerry Isn't an Anti-Semite

Liberman attacks critics of Kerry's pressure and boycott threats on Israel, defends Kerry as honest broker of peace.

Bill to Hold Municipal Rabbis Accountable for Incompetence

Religious Services Ministry bill to allow municipal rabbis to be disciplined in the event of incompetence passes in Ministerial Committee.

Liberman: Kerry 'A Good Friend of Israel'

Foreign Minister praises Secretary of State, blasts Bennett over 'belligerence,' calls Meretz an 'Arab party in Israel.'

Report: Netanyahu Promised to Stop US Framework from Passing

Prime Minister allegedly promised Jewish Home that the US's interference in negotiations would be curtailed.

Bennett: Why Should Israel Pay for US Policy Mistakes?

Economics Minister insists Israel focus on looking out for its own interests, says Kerry's plan 'would bring tragedy to Israel'.

Lapid Lauds Supreme Court Ruling Against Yeshivas

Court decision to annul funding for yeshivas a 'reminder of the law' says Lapid; MK Shaked calls ruling meaningless pressure.

Bennett: Court’s Intervention Just Makes This Harder

Minister Naftali Bennett says the Supreme Court is making it harder, not easier, to enlist hareidi men in the army.

Bennett: Jewish Home Could Leave Coalition Over Kerry Plan

Bennett rejects coalition 'soap opera,' says will leave coalition if peace deal doesn't meet his party's values.

Uri Ariel: 'Israel Will Not Concede'

Housing Minister and Jewish Home MK urges nation, Prime Minister to remain strong in face of boycott threats.

Peres To Be Last President? Bill Submitted To Cancel Presidency

Bill submitted to cancel presidency, notes position sticks nose everywhere, 'unnecessary and wasteful,' powers can be distributed elsewhere.

Poll: Bennett Bested Netanyahu in Tiff

In the recent showdown between Binyamin Netanyahu and Naftali Bennett, Economics Minister bested the Prime Minister, a poll Monday showed.

Kosher 'Revolution' Standardizes Kosher Certification in Israel

Ministry of Religious Affairs, Chief Rabbi David Lau present four-step program Monday to standardize kosher certification by the state.

Bennett: They Can't Scare Us With Economic Threats

Economics Minister Naftali Bennett slams Justice Minister Tzippy Livni for utterly failing to 'put Saeb Erekat in his place for his lies'.

Lapid: Without 'Peace' The Economy Will Suffer

Finance Minister Yair Lapid attacks criticism of peace deals, says Naftali Bennett still 'my friend.'

Lapid Cuts Off Money to Judea and Samaria

All money transfers to Judea and Samaria stopped after Channel 2 publication claiming compensation money went to Yesha Council 'illegally.'

Bennett: 'Boycott Threats Won't Move Us'

Bennett responds to Kerry's threats of international boycott, says 'only security will bring financial stability, not PA terror state.'

MK Shaked: 'Why Can't Jews Live in Palestinian State?'

While Jewish Home chairman Bennett had spat with Netanyahu on issue, Shaked made similar statement a month ago.

Bennett And Livni Talk About Canceling Presidency

The two consider joining forces to support initiative canceling president's position, comes after cooperation over Chief Rabbinate.

Herzog: Bennett is a 'Post-Zionist'

Labor party head Yitzchak Herzog on Thursday slammed Economics Minister Naftali Bennett for his performance in office.

Minister Ariel: Bennett-Bibi 'Crisis' Behind Us

Housing Minister Uri Ariel praised Economics Minister Naftali Bennett for defusing the incipient coalition crisis

Top Dog

Poll: Bennett Comes Out on Top After Netanyahu Spat

Following spat over 'Jews in Palestine' proposal, new poll shows Likud Beytenu drops to 30 seats, Jewish Home up to 17.

MK Struk: 'Iron Wall' in Cabinet will Prevent another Oslo

Jewish Home MK Orit Struk says party leader Bennett chose to swallow his pride in the confrontation with Netanyahu.

Bennett: I Will Continue to Tell the Truth

Hours after apologizing to Netanyahu, Bennett thanks his supporters on Facebook.

Lapid: If Peace Talks Fail, the Economy Will be Hurt

Finance Minister dismisses nationalists' warnings against a Palestinian state as "unfounded prophecies of doom."

'Bennett's Dismissal Letter Was Ready to be Sent'

Officials close to PM Netanyahu satisfied that the ultimatum to Bennett worked “faster than they could have imagined”.

Feiglin: Conflict Between Bennett, Netanyahu 'Ridiculous'

MK slams Netanyahu's controversial tactic to expose PA incitement, threatens to leave coalition if Jerusalem divided.

Bennett Apologizes to Netanyahu, But Maintains Stance

Jewish Home chairman Naftali Bennett apologizes over any offense to PM, but maintains opposition to abandoning Jews to PA rule.

Arutz Sheva Exclusive

Who's Stoking the Tension Between Netanyahu and Bennett?

Senior coalition figure claims the 'crisis' between the PM and Bennett is being engineered to drive a wedge between the two.

Arutz Sheva Interview

Likud MK Backs Bennett Over 'Jews in Palestine' Storm

MK Hotovely promises Likud rebellion over Netanyahu's 'political acrobatics' in interview with Arutz Sheva.

Peres: 'Live Under the PA, What Are You Afraid Of?'

Peres responds to Bennett-Netanyahu crisis on having Jews live under PA, asks 'what's this fear, they'll kill Jews, today?'

Netanyahu's Ultimatum: Bennett Must 'Apologize or Quit'

Full blown crisis between Netanyahu and Bennett after Jewish Home leader hammered PM's proposal to leave Jews in Judea and Samaria under PA.

Coming soon to Ben Gurion?

Shooting Down of Egyptian Chopper Corroborates Bennett's Warning

Video shows terrorist firing missile at the helicopter. This is what Israeli airliners may face if Judea and Samaria fall into enemy hands.

Vigil in Front of PM's Residence: 'Sovereignty Now'

Women in Green congratulate Bennett on pro-sovereignty statements, invite him to join week-long vigil starting Sunday in J'lem.

Public Most Satisfied with Education Minister, Poll Finds

Education Minister Shai Piron is the minister with whose performance the Israeli public is most satisfied, finds new poll.

Meretz Head: Netanyahu Should Dump Bennett

MK Zehava Galon blasts Netanyahu for failing to reprimand Jewish Home chairman Naftali Bennett, brands Netanyahu a "coward."

Bennett Warns: Future Generations Won’t Forgive

Bennett urges caution on giving up land. Leaving Jews behind not an option, he warns. 'They'd be slaughtered.'

In Holocaust 'America and US Jews Did Nothing'

After Bennett asks where US was in Holocaust during Auschwitz visit, Langfan cites Yad Vashem historical analysis to answer.

'Where was the US During the Holocaust?'

Economics Minister Naftali Bennett, Deputy Defense Minister Danny Danon react to seeing Auschwitz for the first time.

Report: PM 'Fuming' Over Bennett Comments

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu plans to “give it” to Economics Minister Naftali Bennett when he returns from Poland