Bezalel Smotrich

Bezalel Smotrich

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Bezalel Smotrich is an Israeli politician and member of the Knesset, known for his far-right views and strong opposition to ceasefire agreements in the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. Recently in the news, he criticized comparisons made by Israelis between released hostages and Holocaust victims, claiming such statements displayed a 'grave mistake' and 'contempt' for the Holocaust.

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Bezalel Smotrich expressed regret over a previous campaign that portrayed political opponents negatively.

סליחה ללא תשובה
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-09-20
6.0

Bezalel Smotrich is a leader of the Religious Zionism campaign.

לא הספיק לנו?
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-09-17
4.0

Bezalel Smotrich's plan includes legislation to prioritize those who serve in the military.

ביקשנו מכל המפלגות את התוכנית לסוגיית הגיוס. רק אחת לא ענתה
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-09-16
6.0

Bezalel Smotrich presented the party's plan for judicial reform, which continues the legal revolution that stirred the previous Knesset.

נשיא העליון והיועמ"שית נגררים ברחובות: קמפיין סמוטריץ'
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-09-16
3.0

Bezalel Smotrich is portrayed as a finance minister whose actions are criticized for negatively impacting the future of the economy.

שר אוצר הוא לא גזבר
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-09-15
2.0

Bezalel Smotrich is described as the far-right finance minister with broad powers over civilian matters in the West Bank.

Israel accused of trying to ‘eliminate’ living conditions for Palestinians in West Bank | West Bank
The Guardian·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-09-14
2.0

Bezalel Smotrich has openly advocated extending Israeli sovereignty over the West Bank.

Explained: Why the West is acting now on Israel's 'settler terrorists' & 'ethnic cleansing' of West Bank
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-09-13
4.0

Bezalel Smotrich is the Minister of Finance and has been involved in budgetary decisions affecting the military.

6 זירות לחימה וקרב גדול נגד פוליטיקאים
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-09-11
5.0

Smotrich responded to the surplus agreement between Eisenkot and Golan, warning right-wing voters.

איזנקוט עם גולן, בנט עם ליברמן: הסכמי העודפים בגוש השינוי
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-09-10
4.0

Bezalel Smotrich defended Yehuda Eliyahu, emphasizing his integrity and professionalism.

כץ זימן את מ"מ מנהל רמ"י לשימוע
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-09-10
9.0

Bezalel Smotrich is referred to as the Minister of Finance and is noted for his pride in the establishment of illegal outposts.

הפורעים היהודים בקוסרה בשומרון מנסים לצרוב טראומה
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-08-12
5.0

Bezalel Smotrich stated that the government will take action to prevent the evacuation of settlements and farms established in the region.

אלוף הפיקוד הגיע לפינוי המצור בקוסרה, קיצונים שלחו תגבורת
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-08-12
5.0

Bezalel Smotrich stated that the army cannot withdraw even a millimeter from the Gaza Strip.

Index - Külföld - Netanjahu szembemegy Donald Trumppal, nincs béke, Izrael nem vonul ki Gázából
Index.hu·HungaryHungary· 2026-08-11
3.0

Israel’s far-right Finance Minister, Bezalel Smotrich, has argued that destroying Iran’s economy offers the most effective route towards overthrowing the regime.

Trump’s Iran strategy depends on economic pain. The pain is mounting
CNN·United StatesUnited States· 2026-08-10
4.0

Ultra-right Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich supported Netanyahu, stating that the main goal of the war is to destroy Hamas.

Нетаньягу назвав новий мирний план Трампа щодо Гази неприйнятним
Українська правда (Ukrayinska Pravda)·UkraineUkraine· 2026-08-10
6.0

Bezalel Smotrich praised the prime minister for issuing the 'clarification'.

Israeli Prime Minister rejects US-backed roadmap for Hamas disarmament and Gaza withdrawal
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-08-09
6.0

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has called for no withdrawals from Gaza before the complete dismantling of Hamas.

"Nessun ritiro senza il disarmo di Hamas"
San Marino RTV (News)·San MarinoSan Marino· 2026-08-09
4.0

Far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich praised Netanyahu.

Israel rejects Trump’s Gaza peace plan, says Hamas must disarm before troops withdraw
The Globe and Mail·CanadaCanada· 2026-08-09
6.0

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich welcomed Netanyahu’s remarks about not retreating in the Gaza Strip.

Israel rejects Trump’s Gaza peace plan, saying no withdrawal until Hamas disarms
CNN·United StatesUnited States· 2026-08-09
6.0

Bezalel Smotrich is a far-right minister who pressured Netanyahu to formally reject the peace plan.

​Israel rejeita trégua de 14 dias em Gaza apesar da pressão dos EUA
Expresso das Ilhas – Cape Verdean newspaper & portal·Cabo VerdeCabo Verde· 2026-08-08
4.0

Bezalel Smotrich is mentioned as a right-wing politician involved in the situation.

צה״ל איבד שליטה, הקיצונים הם כעת הריבון ביהודה ושומרון
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-08-05
4.0

Bezalel Smotrich is mentioned in relation to the extremist right-wing politics.

השר לפגיעה בביטחון
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-08-05
2.0

Bezalel Smotrich demanded to cancel the cabinet's decision and not allow the entry of foreign forces before correcting the decision.

לא ניסוג מהקו הנוכחי בעזה
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-08-04
5.0

Bezalel Smotrich expressed concerns about the information presented to the cabinet regarding the Gaza plan.

"נתניהו עודכן בהכול כבר לפני שבועות"
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-08-03
4.0

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich urged Netanyahu to block the entry of the international stabilization force into Gaza.

Israel’s response to Trump’s Gaza peace plan: Silence from Netanyahu and a weekend of deadly strikes
CNN·United StatesUnited States· 2026-08-03
5.0

Bezalel Smotrich is a minister from the Religious Zionist Party who called on Netanyahu to prevent an international force from entering Gaza.

Israel rejects Trump’s Gaza roadmap and refuses to suspend strikes – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-08-03
5.0

Bezalel Smotrich is the Minister of Finance who has been supportive of Avi Blot's actions.

שר הביטחון הכריז על מחליף לאבי בלוט
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-08-02
7.0

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich is criticized for not allocating additional budgets for reservists.

מדינת ישראל פשוט התרגלה למילואים
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-08-01
2.0

Bezalel Smotrich advocated for a strong approach to national security.

התשובות של כל ראשי המפלגות לשאלה קיומית אחת
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-08-01
6.0

Bezalel Smotrich is promoting a 'revolution' aimed at weakening the Palestinian Authority.

מספר הפיגועים יורד אבל המתח דווקא עולה
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-07-31
4.0