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Elkin to serve as acting PM while Netanyahu undergoes operation

Prime Minister Netanyahu to be anesthetized during medical procedure. Minister Zeev Elkin to serve as Acting PM.

Elkin to serve as acting PM while Netanyahu undergoes operation

Justice Minister: They will not silence us

Likud Minister says Jewish Home party head has a 'political issue,' Justice Minister Shaked says her party will uphold its obligations.

Justice Minister: They will not silence us

'A nation which stands up for itself will be respected'

Jerusalem Affairs Minister says PM was right to cancel meeting with German Foreign Minister over meeting with radical groups.

'A nation which stands up for itself will be respected'

Fined for singing 'Ma Nishtana' on Passover?

Haredi family fined for noise during Seder night in Bnei Brak, prompting appeal by MK Eichler.

Fined for singing 'Ma Nishtana' on Passover?

'I will do all I can so that obligations are fulfilled'

Likud Minister Zeev Elkin visits Amona evictees, promises to act towards the establishment of replacement community promised by PM.

'I will do all I can so that obligations are fulfilled'

'It's a shame Yaalon decided to leave us'

Likud minister says Yaalon to blame for falling out with party, argues former Def. Minister would have been wise to accept Foreign Ministry.

'It's a shame Yaalon decided to leave us'

Likud Minister: Don't get too excited about Court appointments

'To think that the appointments will drastically change the face of the Supreme Court is not realistic.'

Likud Minister: Don't get too excited about Court appointments

Government will not discuss EU joint venture

Government today will not approve Israeli participation in joint EU cultural and media venture.

Government will not discuss EU joint venture

Report: The UN is occupying State-owned Israeli land

New report shows that the UN compound in Jerusalem infringes on State-owned land. J'lem Affairs Minister: "Time to stand up to UN beatings."

Report: The UN is occupying State-owned Israeli land

Haifa Port hit with 2.2 million shekel fine

Israel's largest port punished by Environmental Protection Ministry for disregard of air pollution laws.

Haifa Port hit with 2.2 million shekel fine

Minister calls for removal of Arab MK suspected of aiding Hamas

Jerusalem Affairs Minister initiates removal of Arab MK who allegedly smuggled cellular devices to jailed Hamas terrorists.

Minister calls for removal of Arab MK suspected of aiding Hamas

Museum to be opened at Rabbi Kook's house

Amidst attempts to turn Rabbi Kook's house into a real estate venture, government pledged to develop the site into a full-fledged museum.

Museum to be opened at Rabbi Kook's house

Elkin: We will help Amona, one way or another

MK Zeev Elkin addresses steps being taken to help Amona.

Elkin: We will help Amona, one way or another

'Israeli government not elected to serve US'

Likud minister blasts State Dept. over election funding: 'Proves need for transparency law for NGOs'.

'Israeli government not elected to serve US'

Knesset pushes affirmative action for haredim, immigrants

Immigrants and haredim added to the list of underrepresented groups given special consideration in government hiring practices.

Knesset pushes affirmative action for haredim, immigrants

Elkin insists: Israel better prepare for day after PA collapse

Minister doubles down on comments predicting Palestinian Authority's imminent collapse, says Israel must 'internalize' new reality.

Elkin insists: Israel better prepare for day after PA collapse

Aliyah to reach 'record high' of 30,000 in 2015

More Jews immigrated to Israel from France than any other country, with Ukraine as a close second.

Aliyah to reach 'record high' of 30,000 in 2015

Elkin: Ban Arab MKs from Temple Mount, Not Just Jewish Ones

Arab MKs are the real inciters on the Temple Mount, says Minister Ze'ev Elkin - so what aren't they being banned, like Jewish MKs?

Elkin: Ban Arab MKs from Temple Mount, Not Just Jewish Ones

MK Elkin Slams Zahalka, Calls Him 'Traitor'

Aliyah and Absorption Minister Zeev Elkin on Wednesday slammed Arab MK Jamal Zahalka, calling him a 'traitorous hypocrite.'

MK Elkin Slams Zahalka, Calls Him 'Traitor'

Likud Unequivocally Recommends Netanyahu for Prime Minister

As consultations with President Rivlin begin, MK Zeev Elkin, speaking for Likud, recommends Binyamin Netanyahu form the next government.

Likud Unequivocally Recommends Netanyahu for Prime Minister

Likud MK Elkin Slips Up?

Elkin says if a person who opposes a Palestinian state wants to be 100% correct, he should vote for Jewish Home.

Likud MK Elkin Slips Up?

'Deep Concern' over Impact of Elections on Defense Budget

Israel needs over 1 billion shekels to return to the security level before Protective Edge, Elkin says.

'Deep Concern' over Impact of Elections on Defense Budget

Senior Officer: 'We Have All of the Attack Tunnels'

A few more days are needed in order to blow up the remaining tunnels between Israel and Gaza.

Senior Officer: 'We Have All of the Attack Tunnels'

MK Elkin: IDF 'Knew All About Tunnel Threat'

Members of the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee 'were not shocked' by news of the Hamas tunnels, said MK Zev Elkin

MK Elkin: IDF 'Knew All About Tunnel Threat'

Netanyahu, Lapid End Portfolio War

A six-month standoff prevented the appointment of a permanent chairman to the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.

Netanyahu, Lapid End Portfolio War

Lapid Loses Battle for Key Knesset Committee

MKs Elkin and Levin will head the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.

Lapid Loses Battle for Key Knesset Committee

Elkin: Abbas Ruined the Peace Talks

On a visit to Greece this week, Deputy Foreign Minister Zeev Elkin explained how the negotiations with the PA fell apart.

Elkin: Abbas Ruined the Peace Talks

Deputy Foreign Min. Warns: Topple Government and Left Will Win

MK Elkin (Likud) says the chasm between Likud and hareidi parties will mean that Left will form next government.

Deputy Foreign Min. Warns: Topple Government and Left Will Win

Elkin: Mahmoud Abbas Should Learn Some History

Deputy Foreign Minister suggests a trip to ancient Galilee town might do PA leader’s understanding of history some good.

Elkin: Mahmoud Abbas Should Learn Some History

Israel Set to Become Full CERN Member

The European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) is set to vote to admit Israel to full membership in the organization

Israel Set to Become Full CERN Member

Elkin: PA Intransigence Works in Israel's Favor

The PA refuses to compromise in any way in negotiations - but this actually works in Israel's favor, according to Deputy Foreign Minister.

Elkin: PA Intransigence Works in Israel's Favor

Elkin: Israel Can Act Alone Against Iran

Deputy Foreign Minister backs recent statements by others that Israel can defend itself and will act alone against Iran if necessary.

Elkin: Israel Can Act Alone Against Iran

MK Elkin: Verdict Shows Need for Legal Reform

Judicial system needs meaningful reforms, says Deputy Foreign Minister, who will get his boss back.

MK Elkin: Verdict Shows Need for Legal Reform

Elkin: Israel, EU Will Drift Apart Without Compromise on Boycott

A compromise must be found on new EU guidelines which boycott "settlements", says Deputy Foreign Minister.

Elkin: Israel, EU Will Drift Apart Without Compromise on Boycott

'Sovereignty' - Israeli Right's Answer to a 'Two State Solution'

Deputy Foreign Minister says Israeli Right must seize back the "diplomatic arena" it abandoned to the Left.

'Sovereignty' - Israeli Right's Answer to a 'Two State Solution'

Elkin: 'High House Prices Will Turn Jerusalem Into Arab City'

At a meeting to promote Moshe Lion's candidacy for city elections, Elkin says house prices are forcing Jews to leave the capital.

Elkin: 'High House Prices Will Turn Jerusalem Into Arab City'

Deputy Foreign Minister Hails Israel's Cyber Warriors

Deputy FM Ze'ev Elkin speaks of the dangers of cyber-terror, urges international cooperation: "Attacks have only made us stronger."

Deputy Foreign Minister Hails Israel's Cyber Warriors

Yesha Head: 'Peace Talks Only Bring Terror'

"Negotiations with Palestinians only lead to more terror," say Yesha Head and Housing Minister in response to brutal Jordan Valley attack.

Yesha Head: 'Peace Talks Only Bring Terror'

Elkin Makes Light of Tension with PM

As long as Palestinians refuse to recognize Israel as a Jewish State, Dep. Foreign Minister says any arguments he has with PM are trivial.

Elkin Makes Light of Tension with PM

Bibi Boots Elkin from Plane for Embarrassing Him

Prime Minister tells deputy foreign minister to fly El Al to New York, after Elkin embarrasses him with old quote against PA state.

Bibi Boots Elkin from Plane for Embarrassing Him

Likud MKs Demand Meeting to Torpedo Negotiations

Tension between Likud MKs and prime minister set to deepen as letter is sent to Central Committee Chairman Danny Danon urging end to talks.

Likud MKs Demand Meeting to Torpedo Negotiations

Likud Members Doubt that Peace is Possible

"The Arabs' goal has always been to destroy us," says Deputy Foreign Minister Zeev Elkin.

Likud Members Doubt that Peace is Possible

MK: Jailed PA Murderers Make $3,400 a Month

Deputy Foreign Minister Elkin opposes idea that "releasing terrorists brings peace, and building a kindergarten prevents peace.”

MK: Jailed PA Murderers Make $3,400 a Month

Rivlin: I Pray We Won’t Uproot Graves Again

Former Knesset Speaker warns of ‘danger to the undivided land of Israel,’ expresses regret for uprooted graves.

Rivlin: I Pray We Won’t Uproot Graves Again

Deputy FM Forced to Cancel Temple Mount Visit

The day after Tisha B'Av, Deputy Foreign Minister Elkin tried to visit the Temple Mount but was asked to leave amid threats by Arabs.

Deputy FM Forced to Cancel Temple Mount Visit

Elkin: Netanyahu Would Give the PA 86% of Judea and Samaria

Deputy Foreign Minister: Netanyahu would give 86% of Judea and Samaria to the PA, but luckily they will never settle for that.

Elkin: Netanyahu Would Give the PA 86% of Judea and Samaria

"This Has Been Our Land for Almost 4,000 Years"

Politicians call for change in public discourse. Elkin: "We need to talk about why we are here. Not about why we should leave"

"This Has Been Our Land for Almost 4,000 Years"

Elkin: Israel Not Negotiating with Vatican on King David's Tomb

Deputy Foreign Minister Zeev Elkin dismisses reports that Israel is planning to hand over control of the Tomb of King David to the Vatican.

Elkin: Israel Not Negotiating with Vatican on King David's Tomb

Katz, Danon, and Elkin Score Victories in Likud Elections

About 80% of Likud Central Committee members took part in the elections for the Likud's institutions.

Katz, Danon, and Elkin Score Victories in Likud Elections

Elkin: Iran's Elections Made a Mockery of Democracy

Iran's new president invented the method of talking to the West while advancing the nuclear program, warns Deputy Foreign Minister.

Elkin: Iran's Elections Made a Mockery of Democracy

Elkin: Russia Understands our Red Lines

Despite outward appearances, Russia understands and respects Israeli ‘red lines’ on Iran, Syria, deputy FM says.

Elkin: Russia Understands our Red Lines

Elkin: Netanyahu Ready to Talk Peace at Any Time

Deputy Foreign Minister Zeev Elkin says Israel is ready to talk peace, but Abbas chooses unilateral move instead of negotiating.

Elkin: Netanyahu Ready to Talk Peace at Any Time

Elkin: The Jewish People Are Not Alone

Deputy Foreign Minister at Global Forum for Combating Anti-Semitism: Your coming here sends a strong message to anti-Semites.

Elkin: The Jewish People Are Not Alone

Elkin: Google Responsible for Hampering Peace Process

By “recognizing Palestine,” Google is hampering the peace process, Deputy Foreign Minister Ze'ev Elkin (Likud-Beiteinu) said in the Knesset

Elkin: Google Responsible for Hampering Peace Process

Elkin: Iran Watching U.S. Response on Syria

America’s response to Assad’s use of chemical weapons will send a signal to Iran, deputy minister says.

Elkin: Iran Watching U.S. Response on Syria

Airlines Agree to End Strike

Israeli airlines, Finance Ministry reach a deal; Israel will pay for airlines’ security costs.

Airlines Agree to End Strike

Elkin: Netanyahu Should Ignore Jewish Pressure

Deputy Foreign Minister says Netanyahu is responsible first and foremost to Israelis.

Elkin: Netanyahu Should Ignore Jewish Pressure

Israel: Marmara Apology Tied to Iran Nukes

Deputy Foreign Minister Elkin says restoring relations with Turkey is at top of government's agenda.

Israel: Marmara Apology Tied to Iran Nukes

Foreign Ministry Employees Attack Elkin

Civil servants are unhappy with the Prime Minister's choice for Deputy Foreign Minister.

Foreign Ministry Employees Attack Elkin

Elkin: Without Hareidi Parties, We Got Disengagement

Likud MK urges Bennett to sit with hareidi parties. Without hareidi parties ‘it ended in Disengagement,’ he warns.

Elkin: Without Hareidi Parties, We Got Disengagement