Gideon Sa'ar

Sa'ar announces forum with worldwide Jewish leaders to address growing antisemitism

Leaders from Jewish communities and organizations worldwide will participate in the J-50 Forum, to be held in Jerusalem from December 21 to 24.

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar speaks during a ceremony at the Foreign Ministry in Jerusalem, September 15, 2025
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US ambassador to Turkey and Syria envoy, Tom Barrack, meet in Jerualem, Israel. December 15, 2025.

Netanyahu, US envoy Barrack meet in Israel for talks on Syria security deal

A woman holds a child in a blanket after a shooting incident at Bondi Beach in Sydney on December 14, 2025. Australian police said two people were in custody following reports of multiple gunshots on December 14 at Sydney's famed Bondi Beach, urging the public to take shelter

'Writing was on the wall': Israeli politicians condemn Bondi Beach mass shooting

An illustrative handshake between Israel and Bolivia's flags.

PM Netanyahu holds phone conversation with Bolivian president amid resumed relations, PMO confirms


Ran Gvili, last remaining Israeli hostage in Gaza, featured on two Times Square digital billboards

One billboard is part of an effort led by the Israeli Consulate in New York and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar. The other was launched by the American Jewish Committee.

A billboard in Times Square calls for the release of Ran Gvili, the last remaining hostage in Gaza. (Screenshot)

Sa’ar: Israel–Syria security deal ‘farther than before’ after Damascus raises new demands

"We want an agreement, but we are now farther from reaching one than we were a few weeks ago," Sa'ar said during The Jerusalem Post conference in Washington.

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar at The Jerusalem Post conference in Washington.

Israel, Bolivia renew diplomatic relations after years of estrangement following Gaza war

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar and Bolivia's Finance and Economy Minister José Gabriel Espinosa signed the agreement to renew diplomatic relations during a meeting in Washington.

Israel and Bolivia renewal of diplomatic relations.

Gideon Sa'ar 'laughs off' Mamadani's threat to arrest Netanyahu in 'New York Post' interview

 Sa'ar also slammed Hamas's refusal to disarm and lay down its weapons in accordance with the US-backed Gaza peace deal.

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar speaking in Jerusalem, September 15, 2025.

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar, Marco Rubio to meet in Washington tomorrow - report

This marks the fourth meeting between the two, the most recent of which was during Rubio's visit to Israel in October.

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar (R) and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (L) during a meeting in February; illustrative.

Evangelical Christian leaders on advocacy mission from 18 countries meet with Israeli leaders

The delegation was organized by the US-based Eagles’ Wings movement and its founder, Bishop Robert Stearns

Foreign Minister Gideon Saar meets with Eagles’ Wings Founder Bishop Robert Stearns

What did the gov’t approve for Israel’s 2026 state budget? - explainer

The 2026 budget passed its first test, yet the battles over defense, taxes, and reforms expose a government more focused on managing crises than shaping policy.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich after a press conference at the ministry, December 4, 2025; illustrative.

Costa Rica to open new diplomatic office in Jerusalem, sign free trade deal with Israel

The move comes as Israel and Costa Rica prepare to sign a free trade agreement this week, with Economy Minister Nir Barkat and Minister Tovar set to attend the ceremony.

Costa Rican Foreign Trade Minister Manuel Tovar and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar

Smotrich, Sa'ar approve NIS 2.35 billion in hasbara budget for campaigns, influencers in 2026

The budget will be used for campaigns to raise awareness and promote Israel worldwide, with NIS 1 billion already authorized by the government.

Gideon Sa'ar

FM Sa'ar meets Ukrainian deputy PM, pushes for designation of Hamas, IRGC as terror orgs.

Both officials also discussed the need to create a joint dialogue to handle the Iranian threat during their meeting at the Foreign Ministry building in Jerusalem.

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar met with Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Taras Kachka.

France asks Israel to boost security at Jerusalem consulate after protests - report

"France expects the Israeli authorities to fulfill their obligations under the Vienna Convention and provide protection for diplomatic and consular staff and their buildings," a French source said.

People attend a protest in front of the French consulate in Jerusalem on September 29, 2025, following France's recognition of the State of Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly a week earlier.