Isaac Herzog

Isaac Herzog is an Israeli politician and the country's current president, being the first president to have been born in Israel after the Declaration of Independence was announced.

In the past, Herzog had served several terms in the Knesset in the Labor Party and the Zionist Union in partnership with the Tzipi Livni-led Kadima.

His father, Chaim Herzog, was Israel's sixth president and his grandfather, Yitzhak Halevi Herzog, was chief rabbi of both Ireland and Israel. Currently, his brother Mike Herzog is Israel's ambassador to the US.

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Hostage situation Herzog's key priority on arrival in Serbia

The presidents also discussed the rising tide of antisemitism across Europe, a scourge that Vucic said was reprehensible.

Gal Gadot to join President Herzog for ‘Voice of the People’ inaugural symposium

Gal Gadot will join President Issac Herzog for the launch of his initiative, 'Voice of the People,' along with 150 Jewish leaders from around the globe.

Herzog to visit Serbia and Albania

Because the Israel-Hamas war has impacted the President's travel schedule over the past year, Herzog is scheduled to set off for visits to Serbia and Albania tomorrow.

The murdered hostages should become a symbol of hope for Israel

Just as Miriam Lapid became a symbol of national grief in 1993, the tragedy of the six murdered hostages captured the hearts of the Israeli people.

President Herzog hosts delegation of Catholic pilgrims from Senegal

Amid protests, President Herzog hosts Senegal’s Bishop Diatta and pilgrims in Jerusalem.

Calling for unity and resilience for Israel's future amid tragedy and loss

The writer reflects on Israel’s grief over failed rescue efforts, emphasizing unity and resilience in the face of ongoing tragedy.

By NOAH FARKAS
04/09/2024
President Isaac Herzog speaks at the Israel Bar Association's Justice Conference in Tel Aviv

Herzog: Now is not time to bring back the judicial reform

"Don't forget just over a year ago, we nearly descended into civil war, followed by the greatest fracture since the establishment of the state."

03/09/2024

'Nation's heart shattered to pieces': Israeli politicians react to recovery of hostages' bodies

The president vowed that Israel would "continue to fight relentlessly against the criminal, terrorist organization Hamas."

'Heroes and heroines': The Herzogs host Israel's sportspeople

 You brought some happiness to the nation and we were all united in our affection for you. You represented us with honor, and you brought us great pride."

'Better than a child being born': Family, politicians react to rescue of hostage Qaid Farhan Alkadi

Alkadi's brother said, "We are very happy to receive this news. It is better than having a new child. Thank you so much, everyone. We look forward to seeing him in good health."

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