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Education Minister Sends Defamation Warning to Naftali Bennett Over Remarks

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Education Minister Sends Defamation Warning to Naftali Bennett Over Remarks
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First reported by Now 14 · Jun 25, 2026

What happened

Education Minister Yoav Kisch sent Naftali Bennett a pre-lawsuit defamation warning on Thursday over remarks Bennett made at a press conference about education. Kisch demanded a public apology and retraction within seven days, warning of further legal action if Bennett does not comply.

  • 01Kisch sent Bennett a pre-lawsuit defamation warning on Thursday.
  • 02The dispute stems from Bennett’s comments at an education policy press conference.
  • 03Kisch called the remarks false, baseless, and defamatory.
  • 04Kisch demanded a public apology within seven days.
  • 05He threatened further legal action under defamation and tort law.

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Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewJun 25, 2026
Education Minister Sends Defamation Warning to Naftali Bennett Over Remarks
Now 14Right · HebrewJun 25, 2026
Education Minister Threatens Libel Suit Against Naftali Bennett Over 'False and Defamatory' Remarks

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