Foreign embassy

Israeli ambassador Michael Lotem presents credentials to Somaliland president in Hargeisa

Following the presentation of credentials, a cornerstone-laying ceremony was held for Israel’s new embassy in Hargeisa.

|ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAM
Israel’s Ambassador to Somaliland, Michael Lotem, presented his credentials to President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi at the Presidential Palace in Hargeisa, November 1, 2026.
A new Embassy of Colombia is established in Jerusalem, October 14, 2026.

Colombia inaugurates new embassy in Jerusalem in reversal from previous break with Israel

Former Colombian president Gustavo Petro in May 2024 broke diplomatic relations with Israel over its actions in Gaza and had heavily criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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Bahrain's Foreign Minister Abdullatif Al Zayani, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Donald Trump and United Arab Emirates (UAE) Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed participate in the signing of the Abraham Accords in Washington, US, September 15, 2020.

Committee approves building plans for permanent UAE embassy in central Israel

The approved plan allows for the construction of a building of up to 15 stories, housing the embassy's offices as well as residences for the ambassador and diplomatic staff.

|ByANNA BARSKY
Smoke rises in the city during a Russian drone and missile strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine September 30, 2026.

Debris found at Western embassy in Kyiv, mayor says

Debris had been found at the premises of one of the Western embassies in the center of Ukraine's capital, Mayor Vitali Klitschko said on Wednesday, citing preliminary information.

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Russia protests to Israel over alleged attack on diplomatic vehicle

The incident occurred "with the acquiescence of Israeli military personnel, who were present at the scene and did not attempt to stop the attackers' aggressive actions."

AUGUST 6, 2025ByREUTERS
The Russian Embassy in Tel Aviv is seen in this photo taken on February 26, 2022

Police arrest Turkish embassy employee for filming minors in Tel Aviv beach changing room

Police said a call was placed to the 100 emergency hotline reporting that a man had entered the changing facility and used his mobile phone to film minors.

JULY 27, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Jews pray as they perform Tashlich, or the casting off, a Jewish practice performed on the afternoon of Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year at the Frishman beach in Tel Aviv, on September 30, 2019.

Leah Mosquera, Filipino caregiver, succumbs to wounds after Iranian missile attack in Rehovot

Mosquera was rushed to Shamir Medical Center for immediate medical treatment and spent several weeks in the ICU. She underwent several surgeries while continuing to fight for her life.

JULY 13, 2025ByJOANIE MARGULIES
Wreckage from an Iranian missile impact in central Israel, June 22, 2025.

Kyiv court rules in favor of diplomat in Israel in landmark same-sex case for Ukraine

Ukraine's recognition of Zoryan Kis and Tymur Levchuk's marriage is a milestone for LGBTQ+ couples and families in the country.

JULY 5, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
LGBT activists take part in a "Rave Pride" demanding state support for the local LGBTQ outside Ukrainian President's office in Kyiv, Ukraine July 30, 2021LGBT activists take part in a "Rave Pride" demanding state support for the local LGBTQ outside Ukrainian President's office in Kyiv, Ukraine.

Israel shuts global embassies after Iran attack, urges citizens to avoid displaying Jewish symbols

Israel would not be providing consular services and urged citizens to cooperate with local security services if faced with hostile activity.

JUNE 13, 2025ByREUTERS
A man walks with an Israeli flag draped over his shoulders, following an incident where two Israeli embassy staff were shot dead near the Capital Jewish Museum, in Washington, DC, US, May 22, 2025.

Gov't approves financial assistance to move embassies to Jerusalem

The government approved funding to support embassies moving to Jerusalem.

MAY 26, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar meet in Munich, February 14, 2025.

Qatar ramps up conservative media outreach after Trump victory - report

Analysis of records from the Department of Justice shows an upward trend in Qatari investment in conservative media since Trump's win in November.

MAY 21, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani speaks in Doha, January 15, 2025

UAE to reopen embassy in Lebanon after more than three years

The delegation's arrival on Sunday came a day after UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and newly elected Lebanese President Joseph Aoun agreed to take steps to reopen the embassy.

JANUARY 13, 2025ByREUTERS
Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri and Lebanon's army chief Joseph Aoun stand after Aoun is elected as the country's President at the parliament building in Beirut, Lebanon, January 9, 2025.

Drone drops paint over Russian embassy in Sweden

A Swedish foreign ministry spokesperson said Sweden's embassy in Moscow was in contact with Russian authorities over Friday's incident in the Swedish capital.

NOVEMBER 29, 2024ByREUTERS
Sweden expels five Russian diplomats, ministry says

Grapevine, September 4, 2024: Poland appoints ambassador - feature

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
AGATA CZAPLINSKA, chargée d’affaires at the Polish embassy, and Robert Derevski, acting chargé d’affaires at the Estonian embassy, listen as photographer Erez Kaganovitz explains the background of one of the women in his portraits.