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The Israeli Ambassador asserted that Turkey acts as a destabilizing factor in the Middle East, seeking to expand its influence in the region. Israel views the statements of the Turkish leadership with absolute seriousness.
The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon escalated, with the IDF chief visiting the family of a fallen officer and Hezbollah rejecting an Israeli security zone, while an Israeli strike also killed a Lebanese turtle activist.
A tense exchange occurred between an Israeli ambassador and a UN official during a discussion about a sexual violence blacklist. The confrontation involved shouting and accusations between the two parties.
Agri-Impact Limited's CEO held high-level discussions with the Israeli Ambassador to Ghana, Roey Gilad, to strengthen cooperation in key areas of Ghana’s agricultural sector, including greenhouse farming, aquaculture, and irrigation.
Israel's Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, celebrated the strengthening relationship between the two nations at a gathering attended by Indian officials and diplomats.
Israel's ambassador to France, Joshua Zarka, openly stated his opposition to Jean-Luc Mélenchon for the presidential election and justified receiving Marine Le Pen, citing changes in the National Rally party.
The Israeli ambassador has drawn comparisons between the rhetoric of France's far-left leader and Hitler, amidst a significant surge in antisemitism in France. The CRIF president noted 1,320 antisemitic acts in 2025, a sharp increase from 436 in 2022, leading Jewish families to alter daily habits.
Israel's ambassador to Senegal defended Tel Aviv's position on the war in Gaza, Iran, and Palestine during a discussion in Dakar. The ambassador articulated Israel's perspective on these ongoing conflicts.
A profile introduces Peled, the Israeli Ambassador to Italy since 2024, highlighting his role in the diplomatic disputes between Italy and Israel, which have led to multiple summons by the Farnesina.
Croatian President Zoran Milanović has not approved the new Israeli ambassador, a rare occurrence in diplomatic relations.
A Cypriot official, Fidias Panayiotou, claimed Israel is buying up land in Cyprus through real estate, prompting a "deeply concerning" response from Israeli Ambassador Oren Anolik.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated on Monday that the Israeli ambassador was summoned to his ministry due to what he described as Israeli inaction regarding...
Former Israeli Prime Ministers Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid announced they are forming an electoral coalition to challenge Benjamin Netanyahu in the upcoming elections. This alliance aims to unite opposition forces against the current prime minister.
Israel's ambassador to Sweden, Ziv Nevo Kulman, condemned a mock slaughter protest in Stockholm, describing it as a repackaged form of centuries-old antisemitic blood libels targeting Zionists.
Lebanese and Israeli ambassadors are scheduled to meet in the United States on Thursday, with Lebanon's President stating the talks aim to end hostilities and occupation. This diplomatic engagement seeks to address ongoing issues between the two nations.
Israel launched extensive airstrikes against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, while Hezbollah responded with dozens of rockets and drones targeting northern Israel. This intense cross-border exchange occurred despite some reports of potential ceasefire discussions.
An Israeli minister's strong criticism of the German Chancellor was publicly condemned by Israel's ambassador to Germany. The ambassador denounced the minister's "tirade" and called for an apology.
The Israeli ambassador to Italy expressed anger over the cover of the Italian left-wing newspaper L'Espresso, which depicted an Israeli settler photographing an uncomfortable Palestinian woman. The image sparked controversy and drew criticism.
A fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran is facing significant challenges, primarily due to ongoing Israeli strikes in Lebanon, which Iran argues are a violation of the truce. Disagreements over whether Lebanon was included in the ceasefire terms have led to confusion and threats of withdrawal, while US President Trump has also used the situation to criticize NATO allies for their perceived lack of support.
Turkish media, citing Reuters, report that three people were killed and two police officers were injured in a shooting incident outside the Israeli consulate in Istanbul.
The Israeli ambassador has declined to issue an apology for the killing of Zomi Frankcom, stating that Israel has already expressed sympathy for the incident.
The Israeli ambassador to Romania confirmed that Israel is taking all necessary steps to ensure the Holy Light from Jerusalem can be brought to Bucharest for Easter, despite current security conditions.
The Israeli ambassador to the US stated that "we need boots on the ground, but they have got to be Iranian boots," suggesting a desire for internal action or a proxy force within Iran.
Israeli Ambassador Galit Peleg stated that Croats in Bosnia and Herzegovina "stand on the right side of history" following a phone conversation with Dragan Čović, leader of HDZ BiH and the Croatian National Assembly.
The Croatian Helsinki Committee has criticized Israeli Ambassador Gary Koren for inappropriately pressuring Croatia's sovereignty by calling for a cessation of relations with Iran.
Croatian President Zoran Milanović told the Israeli ambassador that Croatia does not want 'foreign infections and germs,' neither Iranian nor Israeli, in Zagreb, urging appropriate behavior from diplomats.
Croatian President Zoran Milanović reacted strongly to statements from the Israeli ambassador, asserting that the killings in Gaza constitute terrorism and emphasizing that 'this is Zagreb, not Tel Aviv'.
Former Israeli ambassador Michael Oren asserts that Iran has waged war on America for 47 years, citing the 1979 embassy crisis and terrorist attacks, and argues that Operation Epic Fury is legally justified to end it.
Croatian President Zoran Milanović summoned the Ambassador of the State of Israel to Croatia, Gary Koren, for talks today due to his public statements in which he called on Zagreb to break off diplomatic relations...
Israeli Ambassador to Croatia Gary Koren on Friday rejected criticism that his call for a security check of the Iranian embassy and a break in diplomatic relations was an interference in Croatia's internal affairs.
Following the statement by the Israeli ambassador suggesting that the Republic of Croatia should break diplomatic relations with Iran and close the Iranian Embassy in Zagreb, a member of parliament responded...
The Ambassador of Israel to Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone, Roey Gilad, has called on Ghana to support international efforts aimed at confronting Iran’s leadership following a dramatic escalation in hostilities between Israel, the United States and Iran that has shaken the Middle East and raised fears of a broader regional war.
The American-Israeli air war against Iran began with attacks on Tehran on Saturday, in which Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei was killed.
Israel's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Danny Danon, speaking to the Security Council, stated that Israel is acting to prevent a direct and existential threat and that it will exercise its...
A commentary piece argues that the reception of the Israeli ambassador should serve as a condemnation of alleged Israeli genocide, ethnic cleansing, and apartheid, rather than an act of support.
The Israeli ambassador issued a warning that Iran's increasing influence over Lebanon poses a 'warning sign' for peace in the Middle East.
Montenegro's Minister Šaranović and the Israeli Ambassador have signed a donation agreement. This agreement signifies a strengthening of cooperation between the two nations.
Israel's ambassador to the U.S. stated that Israel has no intention of withdrawing from South Lebanon, a declaration made during an interview discussing a peace deal with Iran.
Agence France-Presse (AFP) has demanded 'precise answers' from Israel regarding attacks on journalists, after the Israeli ambassador stated soldiers suspected terrorists.
The Israeli ambassador reported a clash with Italian Foreign Minister Tajani regarding statements made about Lebanon. This incident occurred on the anniversary of an attempted assassination of an Israeli ambassador that led to the Lebanon War.
The Israeli ambassador to France has drawn comparisons between the rhetoric of France's far-left leader and Adolf Hitler, amidst a surge in antisemitism.
An Israeli minister is facing widespread international condemnation and calls for sanctions after sharing a video humiliating foreign activists from a Gaza flotilla. The activists, including a Danish national, were subsequently deported from Israel.
Israeli authorities intercepted a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, detaining over 400 activists. Reports from human rights groups and detainees allege severe mistreatment, including violence and sexual abuse at Ashdod Port, sparking widespread international condemnation and outrage.
Former Croatian Foreign Minister Miro Kovač discussed diplomatic relations between Israel and Croatia, commenting on reports that the proposed Israeli ambassador did not receive consent from President Zoran Milanović.
France's far-right party, led by Bardella, held a meeting with the German ambassador in February, following a December meeting with the US ambassador and Marine Le Pen's April meeting with the Israeli ambassador.
Kiev had already informed Israel in mid-April of the arrival in the port of Haifa of a previous ship carrying, according to it, grain from Ukrainian territories occupied by Moscow.
Glamočić met with the Israeli ambassador to discuss potential exports of sheep and cattle.
Canadian officials have summoned Israeli ambassador Iddo Moed to request an investigation into the killing of Mohammad Hassan Haidar, a Canadian citizen, in southern Lebanon. Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand confirmed the request.
The Israeli ambassador to France met with far-right leader Marine Le Pen, a meeting that was not publicly announced but confirmed by the Israeli embassy, signaling an extension of outreach to Europe's far-right.
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to and held their first direct negotiations in decades, with talks facilitated by the United States. An Israeli envoy described the discussions as an excellent exchange of views.
The Israeli ambassador is scheduled to meet with members of the press.
A Chinese oil tanker, subject to US sanctions, successfully traversed the Strait of Hormuz, reportedly breaching the US-imposed blockade. This incident has sparked debate over the blockade's effectiveness and legality, drawing criticism from Iran.
Uprkos postignutom primirju između Sjedinjenih Američkih Država i Irana, tokom noći i jutros došlo je do napada u više zemalja Bliskog istoka.
President Donald Trump has fired Pam Bondi as Attorney General, announcing the shakeup in a social media post amid criticism over her handling of specific cases and failure to prosecute his foes.
The Israeli ambassador has rejected a plea from Zomi Frankcom's family and refused to apologize for her killing by Israel. Frankcom's brother is scheduled to meet with the prime minister to demand justice ahead of the second anniversary of her death.
US officials suggest the Iran war may last longer than planned, with goals beyond reopening waterways, while Israeli officials reiterate that the conflict will continue until Tehran is 'on its knees' and is 'not close' to ending.
The Israeli Ambassador to the US has made a strong statement, declaring that the war in Iran will continue 'until we bring this regime to its knees'.
Israeli Ambassador Gary Koren discussed the military operation against Iran, war objectives, the energy crisis, and touched upon Croatian domestic politics and confronting the past, stating that Iran plans a new Holocaust.
Croatian President Zoran Milanovic's dispute with Israel intensified after he reacted angrily to the Israeli ambassador's demand to investigate Iranian diplomats in Zagreb, leading Israel to accuse him of spreading 'hate-filled language' and an 'anti-Semitic approach'.
Croatian President Zoran Milanović responded to the Israeli ambassador's request to investigate the Iranian embassy in Zagreb for potential terrorism support, stating that 'this is Zagreb, not Tel Aviv' and emphasizing that killing in Gaza is also terrorism.
Georgian Dream Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze met with Israel’s Ambassador Walid Abu Haya on March 11 amid the ongoing war in the Middle East.
Responding to the Israeli ambassador's call for Croatia to sever ties with Iran, the Iranian embassy in Zagreb assessed on Saturday that there are good relations of mutual... between Tehran and Zagreb.
The office of the Croatian President has summoned the Israeli ambassador for talks regarding unacceptable statements about Iran and alleged interference in Croatian sovereignty.
Croatian Member of Parliament Armin Hodžić deemed the statement by the Israeli ambassador as unacceptable interference in Croatia's sovereign decisions.
The Israeli ambassador in Zagreb, Gary Koren, called on Croatia to sever diplomatic relations with Tehran and conduct security checks on Iranian personnel in Zagreb, citing concerns about potential Revolutionary Guard 'spies'.
Addressing reporters at the United Nations, Israeli Ambassador Danny Danon called on Israelis and Israeli neighbors to be patient.
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The Portuguese Communist Party (PCP) has strongly condemned and denounced the meeting between the Mayor of Gaia, Eduardo Vítor Rodrigues, and the Israeli ambassador, stating that Gaia should be a platform for peace dialogue, not for such encounters.
An opinion piece argues that the reception of the Israeli ambassador should serve as a condemnation of alleged Israeli genocide, ethnic cleansing, and apartheid, rather than an act of support.
An incident occurred during a protest in Albania where a citizen removed an Israeli flag, prompting condemnation from the Israeli Ambassador and statements from protesters who disavowed the act, claiming it was an attempt to discredit their movement.
Israeli Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, claimed that the Hamas network is expanding into Pakistan and Bangladesh, expressing Israel's distrust of Pakistan's diplomatic efforts to bridge relations between the US and Iran.
Israel's ambassador to the UN criticized the Security Council for failing to explicitly condemn Hezbollah following the death of a UN peacekeeper in southern Lebanon, calling it a 'profound failure'.
Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip have reportedly killed at least seven people, with Palestinian officials stating some were civilians. Separately, an Israeli attack on a car in Lebanon killed a Lebanese general and two other soldiers, bringing the total killed in Lebanon to ten.
Lior Ben Dor, Israel's Ambassador to Bucharest, spoke about his deep personal connection to Romania during an event for Israel's National Day, noting that his parents were born and educated there.
Serbian Prime Minister Ana Brnabić voiced concern over a military alliance formed between Croatia, Kosovo, and Albania, stating that Serbia had not received an explanation for the agreement. This development has raised questions about regional stability.
Albanian MP Redi Muçi stated in Parliament that Albanian activist Baki Goxhaj is being held hostage along with dozens of other activists, urging the Albanian government to summon the Israeli ambassador over the issue.
An editorial defends Israeli Ambassador Yechiel Leiter's harsh but valid criticism of J Street and Bernie Sanders.
Croatian President Zoran Milanović has refused to approve Israel's proposed ambassador, citing concerns over the Israeli government's policies. This decision has led to a diplomatic dispute between the two nations.
Ukraine has accused Israel of importing grain allegedly stolen by Russia and warned of potential sanctions. The European Union has also reportedly contacted Israel regarding a Russian ship suspected of carrying the illicit cargo.
Ukraine summoned Israel's ambassador to protest the arrival of a Russian vessel in Haifa, which was reportedly carrying grain stolen from Ukrainian occupied territories. Kyiv delivered a protest note regarding the incident.
Ron Prosor, Israel's ambassador to Germany, defended his country's military strikes against Iran and Lebanon in an interview, stating that "only a strong Israel can achieve peace."
Lebanese and Israeli ambassadors are scheduled to meet in the United States on Thursday. This meeting aims to discuss ongoing issues between the two nations.
Marine Le Pen, leader of the RN deputies, was discreetly received by the Israeli ambassador to France on Wednesday, continuing her diplomatic outreach within international circles.
Israel and Lebanon held their first direct talks in decades in Washington D.C., mediated by US official Marco Rubio. The historic meeting aimed to establish a framework for peace and address ongoing conflicts, despite internal divisions within Lebanon.
The U.S. Secretary of State hosted rare direct peace talks between Lebanese and Israeli ambassadors in Washington, marking the first such meeting in decades.
Israel's Ambassador to Ghana, Joey Gilad, stated his confidence that current global developments will not negatively impact relations between Ghana and Israel.
Sofia University has rejected accusations of antisemitism, declaring itself the target of a "defamatory and discrediting campaign" and accusing the Israeli ambassador of "gross interference in academic autonomy."
Israel's ambassador to Washington, Yechiel Leiter, stated that Israel cannot achieve its war objectives against Iran without a change in the Iranian regime.
WASHINGTON: Pakistan on Tuesday joined seven other members of the UN Security Council in reiterating firm opposition to the annexation of any part of the Occupied Palestinian Territory and the forcible displacement of the Palestinian people. All seven nations warned that such actions violated international law and undermined prospects for peace. The briefing, however, was delayed because the Israeli Ambassador Danny Dannon occupied the microphone and spoke first, a...
IZRAELSKI veleposlanik u SAD-u Yechiel Leiter najavio je nastavak napada nakon dvaju iranskih raketnih udara na izraelske gradove Dimonu i Arad.
Pakistan's Foreign Office issued a statement rejecting comments made by Israel’s ambassador to India, calling them a “baseless characterisation” after a video clip of the ambassador circulated on social media.
Israeli envoy Dana Kursh sits down with Inquirer news anchor Neil Mercado to talk about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, including its economic and humanitarian impact. The two also discuss criticisms towards Israel amid the conflict.
Israel's ambassador to Canada, Iddo Moed, stated that Canada is 'one of the centres of antisemitism, globally,' following a tour of a synagogue targeted in an attack, comparing the incident to organized crime.
Croatian President Zoran Milanović has again sharply criticized Israeli Ambassador Gari Koren, reiterating his statement 'This is Zagreb, brother, not Tel Aviv' in response to the ambassador's suggestion that Croatia should check the Iranian embassy for possible terrorism, and questioning if the…
A new message was sent to the countries of Europe and the Arab world by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran, linking the passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz to the stance… Revolutionary Guards: …
Željka Cvijanović, a member of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, met with the Israeli Ambassador to the United States, Yechiel Leiter, in Washington to discuss political developments in BiH and the region.
Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković stated that the Israeli ambassador represents Israel's interests, while Croatia makes its own decisions, following a meeting in Zadar.
Armin Hodžić, a Croatian representative for national minorities, strongly criticized the Israeli ambassador's suggestion that Croatia should cut diplomatic ties with Iran and close its embassy, deeming it unacceptable.
The Israeli ambassador to Croatia, Gary Koren, has called on Croatia to sever diplomatic relations with Tehran and conduct security checks on Iranian embassy staff, alleging they may be Revolutionary Guard spies.
Israel's Ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, stated in New York that Israel is not currently ready for negotiations to end the conflict with Iran, asserting that it is too early for diplomacy.
'What we've been trying to do is eliminate the head of the snake,' said Moed
An article explores how the European Union's antisemitism czar has taken on a role perceived by some as an 'unofficial Israeli ambassador'.