Foreign affairs
Israeli man killed in motorcycle accident in southern Thailand, Foreign Ministry confirms
The precise circumstances of the accident have not yet been released, although neither news reports nor official ministry statements suggest foul play.
World Jewish Congress visits Slovenia after Israel opens first embassy
Trump declares national emergency, bans some foreign power equipment over security threats
The desert's ripple effect: The Western Negev is quietly reshaping Israel-Africa ties - opinion
Nauru decides to open embassy in Jerusalem, becomes 10th country with embassy in Israel's capital
The decision came after Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar reached an understanding with Lionel Aingimea, Nauru's deputy president and foreign affairs, trade and justice minister.
‘Levites Way’: Route 443 renamed in memory of late foreign minister, links major Israeli regions
The proposal, from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Transportation Minister Miri Regev, aimed to honor the late foreign affairs minister David Levy and the Tribe of Levi's connection to Israel.
Israel launches 'Masa diplomacy' program in push for pro-Israel advocacy through Diaspora youth
The program, proposed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Foreign Affairs Minister Gideon Sa’ar, stemmed from the rising antisemitism and disinformation surrounding Israel.
British lawmakers press government for immediate ban on Israeli West Bank settlement imports
“If settlements are illegal, why have we not made an outright ban on trade? What exactly is it that we’re waiting for?” said Abtisam Mohamed, a Labour politician.
Likud MK Kallner opposes criminal arrests for haredi draft evaders, backs economic sanctions
Kallner, a member of the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, told 103FM that he does not think arresting yeshiva students is 'the right way.'
Iran inviting Western influencers to Khamenei's funeral is a sign of weakness, expert says
“The best path is the one that is now taking shape: making use of bloggers, influencers, and citizen media, who can communicate an accurate and authentic image of Iran."
'Clear call for genocide': Sa'ar speaks out after Turkish foreign minister's antisemitic interview
After Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan called the people of Israel 'a burden that humanity can no longer bear,' Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar cites Holocaust history.
'Massive surrender to Iran': Former Israeli ambassador to US Danny Ayalon admonishes US-Iran MoU
"What is happening today is massive surrender by the US to Iran; the Iranians are setting the tone, the US is releasing funds to Iran," he said.
'Distortion of historical facts': Azerbaijan decries Israel's recognition of Armenian Genocide
"The decision by the Israeli government concerning the so-called 'Armenian genocide' is a matter of serious concern," the Azerbaijan Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Somaliland president makes historic first visit to Israel following country's recognition
The highlight of the visit is expected on Monday evening, with the official opening of Somaliland's embassy, marking the establishment of full diplomatic relations between the two countries.
