Ze’ev Elkin

Elkin's 'six out of 10' remark frames a broader debate on Israel's civilian reality - analysis

From a rare ministerial assessment to debates on finance, credit, and governance, a Tel Aviv forum revealed how Israel is navigating civilian challenges that extend well beyond the battlefield.

Ze'ev Elkin (L), pictured in December 2025.
 Bezalel Smotrich (L) and Ze'ev Elkin (R) shake hands amid press conference at Finance Ministry. January 5, 2025

Gov’t announces program to return residents to North starting March 1

 Eliezer (Eli) Marom ("Chayni") attends a joint meeting of the State Control Committee and the Defense and Foreign Affairs Committee at the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament in Jerusalem, on July 29, 2024.

Northern residents distraught as project coordinator resigns over reduced role

Inside the Knesset building.

Knesset committee reviews demographic growth plan for Golan Heights amid security concerns


National Cleanup Day nationally endorsed and budgeted

The activity will be budgeted by up to NIS 13 million, and is intended to fund trips and educational activities.

Cleanup Day Activities in Central Israel 758X530

Elkin: E. J’lem Arabs can live in rest of city

"We must take moral responsibility. There is no sovereignty without responsibility," Elkin said.

Ze'ev Elkin

Elkin: Liberman's decision was irresponsible and illogical

"Liberman's resignation at this time is bizarre and completely lacking responsibility. I cannot find any logical explanation for his decision," Elkin said.

Ze'ev Elkin

Elkin says he will not endorse either candidate in Jerusalem's election

Economic development of Jerusalem's haredi and Arab population was the priority of most candidates in the mayoral race.

Ze'ev Elkin

Jerusalem mayoral candidate Moshe Lion caught admitting political deal

In the taped conversation, Lion reassured the activist that the enlistment bill “will be taken care of.”

Moshe Lion

It’s about character

This is my second municipal campaign, but in this one my naiveté and innocence have long faded. I have seen a lot.

Jerusalem mayoral candidate Zeev Elkin, September 16, 2018

Netanyahu promotes Elkin at Jerusalem's Machane Yehuda Market

With less than a week until municipal elections, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is jumping onto the streets of Jerusalem to campaign for his choice for mayor.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits the shuk in Jerusalem to campaign for municipal elections

Elkin unveils platform for Jerusalem

“I don’t believe in miracles,” said Elkin, who is religiously observant. “I don’t believe the municipal departments will suddenly do in three months what until now took them three years."

Zeev Elkin

Netanyahu formally endorses Elkin for Jerusalem mayor

The endorsement was made at a holiday toast hosted by Elkin, with some 1500 guests of varied backgrounds.

Jerusalem mayoral candidate Zeev Elkin, September 16, 2018

Jerusalem mayoral candidates exchange fire

The deadline for candidates to enter the races in the municipal elections is September 27.

Ze'ev Elkin