Date of Birth: March 25, 1972
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Date of Death: [Not applicable]
Biography
Naftali Bennett is an Israeli politician and former tech entrepreneur who served as the 13th Prime Minister of Israel. Born on March 25, 1972, in Haifa, Israel, Bennett has had a multifaceted career that spans military service, business, and politics. He was a member of the elite Sayeret Matkal and Maglan commando units in the Israel Defense Forces. After his military service, Bennett co-founded and served as CEO of Cyota, an anti-fraud software company, which was sold to RSA Security for $145 million in 2005. Transitioning to politics, Bennett held various roles, including Chief of Staff to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from 2006 to 2008. He later became the leader of The Jewish Home party and served as Minister of Defense, Minister of Education, and Minister of Economy. In 2021, Bennett became the Prime Minister of Israel, leading a diverse coalition government. He is known for his right-wing views, particularly on security and settlement issues, but has also been recognized for pragmatic governance.
5 Interesting Facts about Naftali Bennett
1. Naftali Bennett served in two elite commando units, Sayeret Matkal and Maglan.
2. He co-founded the anti-fraud software company Cyota, which was sold for $145 million.
3. Bennett was the first Israeli Prime Minister to openly wear a kippah (Jewish skullcap).
4. He holds a law degree from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
5. Bennett’s coalition government included parties from across the political spectrum, including an Arab party for the first time in Israeli history.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Naftali Bennett
1. “The Land of Israel belongs to the people of Israel.”
2. “Security is the number one priority; without security, there is no economy, and without security, there is no peace.”
3. “We have to ensure that Israel remains strong and secure and that our future is guaranteed.”
4. “I am the son of American immigrants, and I am the Prime Minister of Israel. This is the beauty of our country.”
5. “We are a small country, but we have a big heart and a big spirit.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Naftali Bennett’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $10 million, primarily from his successful tech ventures before his political career.
Children
Naftali Bennett is married to Gilat Bennett, and they have four children: Michal, David, Avigail, and Yoni.
Relevant Links
1. [Naftali Bennett – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naftali_Bennett
2. [Naftali Bennett’s Official Website](https://www.naftalibennett.co.il
3. [Biography on Jewish Virtual Library](https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/naftali-bennett
4. [Profile on Knesset Website](https://knesset.gov.il/mk/eng/mk_eng.asp?mk_individual_id_t=861
