Ofir Akunis![]() MKs Slam Media 'Hypocrisy' over Jerusalem ConstructionDeputy Minister admits Israel losing the media war, but insists: 'it is our duty to build, just like in Washington, Paris, London.'![]() MKs Support Gush Etzion Building Projects at Outpost EventOfir Akunis, Eli Yishai, regional leaders flock to support construction in Judea- Samaria; say Israel will prevail over building freeze.![]() Nationalist MKs Praise Netanyahu's UN SpeechWhile leftist MKs rejected the Prime Minister's speech, nationalist MKs praised Netanyahu for exposing the PA's lies.![]() 'Abbas Wants a State Instead of Israel'Deputy Minister Akunis says Netanyahu will deliver 'the speech of truth' after Abbas's 'speech of lies.'![]() Akunis: 'Two-State Solution' will Bring Terror Tunnels to CenterDeputy Minister warns that a “two-state solution” will endanger the security of Israelis and bring rockets to the heart of the country.![]() Deputy Minister: We'll Continue to Build in Our LandDeputy Minister Ofir Akunis criticizes EU and U.S. for condemning Israel's designation of areas in Gush Etzion as state land.![]() Deputy Minister Dismisses Abbas's 'Deadline' Plan"No one will threaten us," says Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis after PA reveals plan to force Israel to withdraw from Judea and Samaria.![]() MKs Call Foiled Hamas Coup a 'Warning Sign' for Unity GovernmentNationalist MKs attack leftists over attempted Hamas coup, after remarks early in the unity pact claimed PA would keep Hamas in line.![]() Akunis: How Can Schabas be Taken Seriously?Likud MK dismisses UN's probe on Gaza, points out the anti-Israel stance of the head of the panel, William Schabas.![]() Akunis: Cease-fire Under Our Terms, Not Hamas'MK Ofir Akunis said that Israel had no plans to stop its attacks against Gaza terrorists, and would continue to fight.![]() Minister Says Teens' Murder 'Direct Result' of PA Unity Gov'tOfir Akunis in New York says abduction and murders caused by PA unity, hints Abbas's words 'can't change that.'![]() Likud MK: World Must Apologize for Supporting PA UnityThose who praised unity between Hamas and Fatah now see what their support has wrought, said MK Ofir Akunis.![]() 'Moral Duty' for World to Retract Support for Unity PactHamas's involvement in the kidnapping of three yeshiva students precedent for a withdrawal of international support, Akunis says.![]() Deputy Minister Slams IDF Radio for Promoting Palestinian 'Lies'Deputy Minister lashes out at the great Palestinian Arab myth - that they preceded a Jewish presence in the Land of Israel.![]() Minister Slams Indyk's 'Lies'Deputy Minister laments US envoy Martin Indyk's comments as the result of too much influence from PA propaganda.![]() 'Abbas Can Have Peace with Israel or Hamas - Not Both'Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu sharply criticizes PA, Abbas Wednesday for demanding more construction freezes.![]() 'Abbas Is Arafat In Disguise'Deputy Minister Ofer Akunis slams building freeze demands for talk extension, says under Abbas 'tone has changed, essence has not.'![]() MK Akunis Tells US 'You're Pressuring Wrong Side'Deputy Minister Akunis criticizes Obama's intentions to pressure Netanyahu during visit into concessions, says PA needs pressing.![]() Akunis: Peace is Foreign to the PalestiniansDeputy Minister warns against construction freeze, says that PA's rejection of Kerry's framework proves it doesn't want peace.![]() Akunis: '67 Borders' Like Jumping Off a SkyscraperAn Israeli withdrawal to the pre-1967 borders is equivalent to suicide, says Likud Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis.![]() Akunis, Netanyahu Present Tablets to 94 Children'Computer for Every Child' government program gives underprivileged children new educational opportunities.![]() 'Likud MKs Critical of Netanyahu Can Leave Govt.'Source in Netanyahu's office says Likud MKs opposing proposal to put PA over Jews can quit, adds Bennett can leave too.![]() Akunis: A Palestinian State would Endanger Israeli Cities"I support maximum self-rule for the Palestinians but not a Palestinian state," says Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis.![]() Likud Deputy Minister: Kerry is 'Extreme' in Pressuring IsraelMK Ofir Akunis says 'large' Israeli concessions to US demands on peace deal will endanger coalition.![]() Akunis: Coalition in Danger from Kerry DealDeputy Minister warns coalition govt. faces significant changes due to US pressure on Jordan Valley withdrawal.![]() Report: Defense Ministry Rejects US Plan for Jordan ValleyMaariv reports that Defense Ministry rejects US plans for Jordan Valley, based on security needs.![]() MK Akunis: Jordan Valley is our 'Iron Wall'Deputy Minister tours Jordan Valley, says Israel must not succumb to US pressure to withdraw.![]() Kerry to Force Security Plan on NetanyahuReport shows Kerry's staff plans to 'attack' Netanyahu in January, make him submit to US arrangement uprooting Jordan Valley communities.![]() Akunis: If Kerry is Optimistic, Then We Must Be Very WorriedLikud MK responds to remarks from John Kerry praising talks, reports that pressure is on to cede control of Jordan Valley.![]() Akunis: Arrogant PA Wants to Break Off Talks After ReleasesThe Palestinian Authority is looking for any excuse to withdraw from negotiations with Israel, MK Ofir Akunis said Monday![]() Akunis: Releasing Terrorists is ImmoralDeputy Minister Ofir Akunis calls on PM Netanyahu not to release any more terrorists as a “gesture” to the Palestinian Authority.![]() Likud MK: Agreeing to 1967 Borders will Topple Gov'tDeputy Minister in Prime Minister's Office says terror spike is the fault of the Palestinian Authority and its incitement.![]() Akunis: A Palestinian State? No Way"I was against a Palestinian state in the past and am still against it today," Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis declares.![]() Likud MKs: Jewish Construction Must Go On Despite Peace Talks"Building in Judea and Samaria is not an issue," declares Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis at dedication of new Shomron neighborhood.![]() Likud MK Asks Museum to Nix Ultra-Leftist EventAnti-Zionist Zochrot will hold an event at Land of Israel Museum in Tel Aviv, which it calls Sheikh Munis.![]() Struk: Why Did the Government Lie About Releasing Terrorists?MK Orit Struk demands an inquiry into an incident in which the government presented false information on releasing terrorists.![]() Akunis: Govt. Misled Me on Terrorist ReleaseDeputy Minister claims officials involved in negotiations intentionally misled him.![]() MK Moalem: Puncturing Tires isn't TerrorBayit Yehudi slams those who claim that graffiti and tire puncturing against Arabs are terrorist acts.![]() Gov’t Won’t Repeat ‘Mistake to Announce a Construction Freeze’Likud Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis says the government won't announce a construction freeze in Jerusalem, Judea or Samaria.![]() ‘No Plan to Release Terrorists under U.S. Pressure’Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis rejects reports that America is pushing Israel to free terrorists as a ‘good-will gesture.’![]() Okunis Answers Lapid on ‘Where’s the Money’Likud MK: Netanyahu’s offer to Lapid gives him a chance to show he’s serious on pre-elections promises.![]() Akunis: How Come Not One Judge Was Against Zoabi?MK Ofir Akunis expresses disappointment over Supreme Court ruling allowing MK Zoabi to run in the elections.![]() MK: Keep Zoabi Out, We Can't Afford Repeat of Bishara ScandalMK Yariv Levin said that the High Court should not overturn a Knesset committee decision to keep Hanin Zoabi out of the upcoming elections![]() MKs Seeking to Disqualify Zoabi May Have MajorityMost members of the Central Election Committee are expected to back a motion by MK Ofir Akunis to disqualify Arab MK Hanin Zoabi.![]() ‘Arab MKs have Crossed All Red Lines’Likud MK slams Arab factions over picture of PM Netanyahu as a bloody-handed killer.![]() Enough is Enough, Say MKs about Gaza EscalationMKs call on Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu to take action in the wake of continued terrorism from Gaza.![]() Likud: Abbas Working for Labor PartyLikud is not impressed with PA head's "moderation" on TV interview, says he is trying to help Labor party.![]() Akunis: Zoabi Participated in Terror Attack, Disqualify HerMK Ofir Akunis demands that the Central Elections Committee disqualify MK Hanin Zoabi from running in the upcoming elections.![]() Likud MK Ejected in Rowdy Welcome for MofazShaul Mofaz becomes Opposition Head, blames gov't for economic woes. Likud MKs heckle him.![]() Deputy Speaker: We Must Turn Efrat Into a CityMK Ofir Akunis visited the Gush Etzion community of Efrat, where he said Israel must continue to build.![]() Akunis to Present 'Anti Tibi' BillMK Ofir Akunis (Likud) to submit a bill that would prohibit MKs to give consultation to foreign entities.![]() Akunis: Investigate Arab MK Over NY Trip On Behalf of PALikud MK Ofir Akunis formally called for an immediate probe into a trip to NY by MK Ahmed Tibi reportedly to support the PA statehood bid. |