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Syria condemns UAE embassy attack, Gulf nations voice outrage over protests

Protests targeting the UAE Embassy in Damascus spark regional condemnation, with Gulf nations criticizing the attack as a violation of international law, while Syria seeks to restore UAE ties.

Men walk past the UAE Embassy in Damascus on December 12, 2024; illustrative.
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar hosts Honduran President-elect Nasry “Tito” Asfura in Jerusalem, January 18, 2026.

Israeli FM Gideon Sa’ar hosts Honduran president-elect in Jerusalem, vows reset in diplomatic ties

Prime Minister of Samoa La’auli Leuatea Schmidt spoke with Gideon Saar on Sunday January 11, 2026.

Samoa to establish embassy in Jerusalem, deepen Israeli ties, PM Laoli Lauatea Schmidt says

 Commander of the Rescue and Fire Department at ACCM David Vocat leaves a teddy bear outside the "Le Constellation" bar, after a fire and explosion during a New Year’s Eve party in the upscale ski resort of Crans-Montana in southwestern Switzerland, January 1, 2026. 

Authorities work to ID victims of deadly fire at Crans-Montana New Year’s party


Argentina to move embassy to Jerusalem next spring, Foreign Minister Sa'ar, President Milei say

"We discussed the president's upcoming visit to open Argentina's embassy in Jerusalem, our eternal capital," Sa'ar said after the meeting.

FM Gideon Sa'ar and Argentinian President Javier Milei.

Estonia lifts travel advisory on Israel as Gideon Sa'ar opens first embassy in Tallinn

Israel and Estonia have maintained diplomatic relations since 1992, with Gideon Sa'ar opening a new embassy in Estonia.

 Estonian President Alar Karis (left) and Israeli President Isaac Herzog (right) meeting at the President's Residence in Jerusalem, February 12, 2025.

Gaza's Rafah border crossing to remain closed, Netanyahu insists after Palestinian announcement

"Its reopening will be considered based on how Hamas fulfills its part in returning the hostages’ remains and implementing the agreed-upon framework," the Prime Minister's Office explained.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits Israeli forces in Rafah, southern Gaza Strip, July 18, 2024

Israel considers shutting French consulate in Jerusalem, Paris threatens response - report

Israel's threat to shut France's Jerusalem consulate sparks warnings from Paris, raising tensions ahead of potential recognition of Palestinian statehood.

PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu and French President Emmanuel Macron meet in Jerusalem on October 24, 2023. Netanyahu reportedly has told Macron that he is not currently welcome in Israel.

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."

 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.

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.

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.

 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.

 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.

 Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar meet in Munich, February 14, 2025.