Bennett Slams Regev, Netanyahu Over Flight Safety and Government Failures

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett launched a sharp attack on Transportation Minister Miri Regev and the current government, accusing them of endangering Israeli citizens for personal gain and citing a pattern of severe national failures. Bennett's criticism was prompted by statements from Keren Turner Eyal, former Director-General of the Transportation Ministry, who blamed Regev for a lapse in aviation security related to a "Flydubai" flight.

Bennett echoed Turner Eyal's claims, stating, "Miri Regev is endangering the lives of Israeli citizens for jobs. It's that simple." He further linked Regev's alleged actions to broader government failures, referencing past tragedies such as the Meron disaster, the October 7th massacre, and a plane crash. Bennett directly criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for supporting Regev, suggesting that voters would remove the current government in upcoming elections.

Turner Eyal had previously alleged in an interview that despite a critical report on foreign flight security, Regev insisted on retaining authority within her ministry instead of transferring it to the Shin Bet, reportedly saying, "Keep it with me and give me 10 jobs." Turner Eyal claimed this decision endangered citizens while ministers evaded responsibility.

Bennett also referenced a previous controversy where he claimed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar preferred Netanyahu's leadership over his own, attributing this to Netanyahu's policy of "containment" towards Hamas during Bennett's tenure. Bennett stated that Sinwar found his leadership disruptive because his government constantly attacked Hamas.

Bennett concluded his remarks with a strong call for the government's resignation, labeling it an "abandoned government that kills its citizens" and urging them to "go home."