Gideon Sa'ar

Embassies in Jerusalem: Gov't approves proposal allocating budget for relocations to capital

The proposal includes allocating budgets for incentive packages for relocating embassies, encouraging meetings and delegations in Jerusalem, and fostering cooperation in additional fields.

Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Yariv Levin
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar holds up a copy of The New York Times as he speaks during a United Nations Security Council meeting at the United Nations headquarters on in New York City on August 5, 2025.

Israel to take legal action against 'New York Times' over claims of 'dog rape' of Palestinians

 MAN walks in the Jewish outpost of Yahish Zion, near the Jewish settlement of Psagot, in the West Bank.

Europe approves sanctions on West Bank settlers, Hamas leadership

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (R) and his Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa'ar shake hands after a press conference at the Foreign Office in Berlin on May 5, 2026.

Israel to supply Germany with jet fuel amid shortages caused by Iran war


Sa'ar calls Mojtaba Khamenei's absence 'embarassing', says Iran is close to 'modern piracy'

Sa'ar emphasized the danger of this piracy by comparing the activity to that of the Houthis in the Red Sea in the past, suggesting that “it might become like a new practice of mad regimes."

Israeli Minister of foreign affairs Gideon Saar attends the lobby for Israel–United States relations at the Knesset, Israel's Parliament in Jerusalem, February 25, 2026.

Israel’s Hezbollah challenge: Why a military solution may not be enough - editorial

Hezbollah remains a major threat to Israel. As military actions continue, should Israel consider peace talks with Lebanon, or is further force the only solution?

An Israeli artillery unit fires, amid escalation between Hezbollah and Israel, and amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, on the Israeli side of the Israel-Lebanon border, March 15, 2026.

Braverman seeks leak probe in suspension fight amid Bild investigation, London envoy appointment

The appeal, also alleging unequal treatment, claims that Braverman was stunned to learn from the media that the discipline division had recommended suspending him.

Tzachi Braverman arrives for the funeral of Asher Hayon, a former chief of staff and adviser to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, at a cemetery in Modi’in, February 17, 2026.

Germany's Merz declares commitment to Israel after pro-Palestinian heckles him at political rally

"The federal government I lead will never leave any doubt about where we stand," Merz announced to the crowd. "We stand with Israel."

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz makes a statement on the situation in the Middle East, at the chancellery in Berlin, Germany, March 1, 2026

Cracks emerging between Iran’s political, military leaders, FM Sa'ar tells 'Post'

“Regime change may be a consequence of the operation; it does not necessarily have to be part of the military campaign itself,” Sa'ar said.

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar at the Knesset, December 2, 2025; illustrative.

We are not mercenaries: Will Kurds become the boots on the ground against Tehran? - opinion

Kurdish forces may attack Iran, but only if the US and Israel guarantee political and military backing for their people.

KURDISH PESHMERGA fighters affiliated with PAK train in January near Erbil, Iraq.

Israeli Foreign Minister Sa'ar tells ambassadors their countries must sever Iran ties

Sa’ar held a virtual briefing with approximately 60 ambassadors stationed in Israel to discuss the importance of breaking relations with Iran.

Israeli Minister of foreign affairs Gideon Saar attends the lobby for Israel–United States relations at the Knesset, Israel's Parliament in Jerusalem, February 25, 2026.

UAE ambassador hosts Israeli government officials for Ramadan iftar at Emirati embassy

Speaking before a crowd that included President Isaac Herzog, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar, and Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana, Al Khaja framed peace with Israel as a strategic choice.

Emirati Ambassador to Israel Mohamed Al Khaja at a Ramadan iftar hosted by the Emirati embassy in Tel Aviv on February 26, 2026.

Female former IDF soldier detained in Turkey, released following US pressure - report

The arrest occurred amidst an Islamist campaign calling for the arrest of soldiers from the “Zionist Army.”

Israeli soldiers participate in an official ceremony marking Israel's Memorial, Day one day ahead of Israel's 69'th Indepedence Day in Kiryat Shaul Military cemetery, Tel Aviv on May 1'st, 2017.

Israel-Somaliland ties move from recognition to cooperation with ambassador appointment

Israel, in late December, became the first country to recognise the Republic of Somaliland, a northeastern part of Somalia that has long claimed independence.

The flag of Somaliland is seen during a campaign rally of the main opposition party Waddani in Hargeisa on November 8, 2024, ahead of the 2024 Somaliland presidential election.