"The decision to form the government was the hardest decision of my life but also the most Zionist. Israel has returned to being managed and we have proven that the disputes can be put aside. We restored fairness. We turned every stone to sustain the government.

In contrast to the opposition that turned security into a political tool, I did not agree that political considerations would affect Israel's security."

In reference to the announcement of the dissolution of the Knesset, he said that "We are standing before you today at a difficult moment, understanding that we have made the best decision for Israel." 

Yair Lapid (who once the government falls will become the caretaker prime minister until a new government is formed): 

"We must return to the idea of unity of elections, not let the forces of darkness dismantle us from within." He also thanked Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, who said: "The friendship between us has stood the test and encountered obstacles, but has always succeeded."