Gilad Erdan

Likud Minister Denies Report Bibi, Herzog Met Secretly

Gilad Erdan says as far as he knows, the meeting did not occur, but warns if negotiations drag on, coalition with Labor could result.

Could Every Israeli Soon Be Obligated to Get a Biometric ID?

Interior Minister Gilad Erdan to advance legislation to phase the entire country into a biometric ID system to prevent fraud.

Demographic disaster?

Barkat 'Puts Another Nail in Jerusalem's Coffin'

Councilman King warns plan up for debate to whitewash 3,000 illegal Arab housing units, build 7,000 new Arab units threatening city balance.

Likud Lashes Out at Would-Be Coalition Partners

Desirous of their own ministerial posts, Likud MKs Regev and Erdan criticize Jewish Home, Kulanu, and Yisrael Beytenu for demands.

The Race for Ministerial Positions Begins

Fight for defense and foreign portfolios are the big draws, but Likud candidates are all eager to grab ministerial positions for themselves.

Election Ploy? Min. Erdan Softens Stand on Temple Mount

Three days before the election, Interior Minister Erdan says criticism of policy on Jewish prayer is justified, says rules may change.

Likud Minister: Jewish Home is Our First Pick for Coalition

Likud's Gilad Erdan says he prefers government with Jewish Home, haredim, Liberman and Kahlon, but victory is far from certain.

Likud Ministers Deny Existence of 'Concessions Document'

Likud MKs defend PM against damning concessions document, Bennett's verbal jabs; argue unity is crucial.

Livni Tops the Race for Foreign Minister

TNS poll for Walla! finds 24% of respondents prefer Livni as foreign minister, Likud minister Erdan trails with 17%.

Erdan: Herzog Doesn't Understand the Danger in the Iran Deal

Interior Minister blasts Herzog for his continued criticism of Prime Minister Netanyahu's speech, calls him to rise above politics.

Israeli Arab Receives Permit to Return After Joining ISIS

Marwan Khaldi, whose passport was frozen two weeks ago, will return to Israel on a temporary permit issued by the Interior Ministry.

Likud MKs: The Goal Now is to Win the Elections

Likud members tell Arutz Sheva that the party's main goal now is to win as many seats as possible and defeat the Herzog and Livni.

'Deport US Consulate Staff Who Threatened Jews'

Samaria Regional Council Head demands response from Israeli Interior Ministry following clash between US consulate, Israelis.

Likud's New Knesset List Starts to Emerge

After 40% of the votes counted, Yuli Edelstein and Gilad Erdan likely to take second and third spots after Netanyahu. Miri Regev in fifth.

Erdan Freezes Passport of Israeli Arab Who Joined ISIS

Erdan considering revoking citizenship of man who left Israel for ISIS; family threatens to petition against gov't in High Court.

Interior Minister: The Herzog-Livni Pact is 'Despicable'

Interior Minister Gilad Erdan criticizes political rivals at a conference of the Likud party.

More Motions Filed to Cancel Terrorists' Citizenship

Three terrorists' residency statuses at stake, Interior Minister Gilad Erdan says, including man responsible for 2012 Tel Aviv bus bomb.

Erdan: Peace Only Possible with Mutual Concessions

Interior Minister Gilad Erdan discusses peace process, outlines two major challenges facing Israel today: security and illegal immigration.

Rare Beachfront Saved from Private Developer's Claws

Planning Committee decided Monday that the famous Palmachim Beach shall continue to remain the secluded, natural area it has always been.

Wife of Synagogue Massacre Terrorist Expelled

Nadia Abu Jamal has permit of stay stripped after her husband and his cousin slaughter Jews at prayer and police officer.

Netanyahu: Terrorists Won't Receive Social Security

PM Netanyahu will bring new law revoking rights of terrorists and their family members to a vote in the Cabinet.

Interior Ministry Revokes Terrorist's Permanent Residency Permit

Interior Minister Gilad Erdan revokes permanent Jerusalem residency status of the driver for 2001 Dolphinarium attacks.

Netanyahu Poised to Present Bill Expelling Terrorists

PM expected to propose bill stripping residency status and social benefits from Arab terrorists and their families.

Erdan Looks to Expel Jerusalem Arabs Involved in Violence

Interior Minister says he is examining the possibility of revoking residency permits of those involved in terrorism, incitement.

Interior Minister Opens Investigation into Ashkelon Mayor

Gilad Erdan warns decision to lay-off Arab workers as 'security precaution' discriminatory, could further tensions.

Gilad Erdan is Israel's New Interior Minister

Communications Minister takes over from Gidon Sa'ar after accepting prime minister's recommendation.

Minister Erdan: Kerry 'Broke Record' for Lack of Understanding

Communications Minister adds voice to criticism of US Secretary of State's comments blaming Israeli-Palestinian conflict for rise of ISIS.

Saeb Erekat Claims '96% of Gaza Deaths Were Civilians'

Bizarre claim the latest by top PA negotiator, follows Abbas's UN attack on 'Israeli genocide'. Minister Erdan slams 'Palestinian lies.'

MKs Unite to Condemn Abbas's 'False and Outrageous' UN Tirade

Politicians fume at PA's 'war crimes' accusations; even leftist MKs say 'true peace lovers' should reject Abbas mudslinging.

Netanyahu Offers Interior Minister's Post to Erdan

PM has offered the position of Interior Minister, to be vacated by Gideon Sa’ar, to Communications Minister.

MK Erdan Seen as Favorite to Replace Sa'ar as Interior Minister

Speculation mounting that Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu will nominate Gilad Erdan, after Interior Minister's sudden resignation.

Report: Erdan Mulling Offer to Serve as UN Ambassador

Communications Minister received an offer to be appointed as Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations and is seriously considering it.

Erdan Praises 'Innovative' Offer for Palestinian State

Alleged proposal by Egyptian President Sisi for Palestinian state in the Sinai desert has strategic importance, Minister says.

Channel Two to be Split in Two

Israel is to get a fourth television station, under a law proposed by Communications Minister Gilad Erdan.

Cabinet Controversy

Cabinet Was Split Over Ceasefire - But Netanyahu Accepted Anyway

Ministers from Jewish Home, Yisrael Beytenu and even Likud opposed truce - but PM circumvented cabinet vote on a legal technicality.

Minister Says Israel Weighing Ground Incursion

Ground offensive could result in reoccupying Gaza, Gilad Erdan says, but no decisions have been made yet.

Minister: Israel 'Closer than Ever' to Full-Scale Gaza Invasion

Communications Minister and Security Cabinet member Gilad Erdan appeals to Israelis for patience, says Hamas will reach 'breaking point.'

Netanyahu: Israel Will Not Negotiate Under Fire

Security Cabinet meeting ends with assurance that the operation in Gaza will continue until quiet is achieved.

Minister Hints at Renewed IDF Ground Entry in Gaza

Gilad Erdan says Operation Protective Edge may soon move to topple Hamas regime; Minister Perry warns of 'war of attrition.'

Minister Calls for Unity, Restraint Among MKs

Gilad Erdan urges MKs to unite, show 'strength and determination,' support Netanyahu - whether Israel accepts a cease-fire or not.

Ministers Express Support for Ground Operation in Gaza

"Hamas left us no choice," says Minister Naftali Bennett.

Watch: Cabinet Minister and Yeshiva Students Sing and Pray

Communications Minister Gilad Erdan visited the Makor Chaim yeshiva, where he joined the students in song and prayer.

Erdan Slams U.S. 'Naiveté' Over PA Government

"American naiveté is breaking all records," says Minister Erdan after Washington agrees to work with Hamas-Fatah coalition.

Channel One Off the Air, May Stay Off for Awhile

The Israel Broadcasting Authority went off the air Monday, in protest of a plan to close it down next year.

IBA Closure Bill Passes First Reading

The Israel Broadcasting Authority will be closed next year and the television tax will be cancelled if a new law is adopted by the Knesset.

Postal Strike Ends

Mail services resume after interim deal. Negotiations to continue for up to 60 days - but the future is bright, officials say.

Erdan: US In No Position to 'Grade' Us on 'Price Tag' Attacks

A US report that slams Israel for failing to prevent 'price tag' attacks is unfair, Communications Minister Gilad Erdan said.

Postal Service Down as Hundreds of Postal Workers Strike

'We are struggling for our livelihood,' Employees' Union chairman stresses, as postal service shut down across Israel.

Death Blow? Home Front Minister Hands in Resignation

Minister Erdan asked Netanyahu to be removed from post due to lack of authority, says Home Front Ministry should be closed.

Minister Erdan: Kerry is Pressuring the Wrong Side

Kerry should ask Abbas why he refuses to recognize a Jewish state, says Minister Gilad Erdan.

Home Front Command: 'Samaria is Key to Keeping Israelis Safe'

Ministers and regional officials dedicate evacuation shelter in Samaria as part of long-term plan to use area as 'safe haven' for Israelis.

Liberman: Kerry Isn't an Anti-Semite

Liberman attacks critics of Kerry's pressure and boycott threats on Israel, defends Kerry as honest broker of peace.

'Boycotting Israel will Only Hurt the Palestinian Arabs'

Res. Colonel and former MK Moshe Peled notes hypocrisy, ineffectiveness of boycott threats against Israel in Arutz Sheva interview.

Minister Says Kerry is a 'Biased Intermediary'

Communications Min. Gilad Erdan slams Kerry's boycott threats, asks why only Israel is threatened: 'Where's the Palestinian price to pay?'

Homefront Minister Threatens to Quit over Defense Ministry Spat

Gilad Erdan on Thursday struck back against Moshe Ya'alon, who on Wednesday implied that Erdan was “dead weight” on the government.

Ya'alon: Home Front Defense Ministry is a Waste of Money

Ongoing dispute between Ya’alon and Erdan continues, as Ya'alon says Erdan's ministry is redundant.

Erdan-Ya’alon Spat Continues with Funding Holdup

Home Front Minister accuses Defense Minister of withholding funds as conflict over who does what continues.

Defense, Home Front Ministries Stepping on Each Other's Toes

Home Front Minister Gilad Erdan demands control of IDF Home Front Command in continued fallout from snow devastation.

Law Would Require ISP Provide Free Internet Filtering Software

The government authorized for a vote a law that would require ISPs to provide internet filtering programs to their customers

Erdan Criticizes US 'Hypocrisy' on Pollard Case

Minister Eldan criticizes US for imprisoning Pollard, now in 29th year in jail, while demanding Israel free terrorists; calls for release.