Sa'ar:

'I recommended AG for position, but now she must go'

Foreign Minister who recommended Attorney Gali Baharav-Miara for the position of Attorney General says he now supports the Justice Minister's move to impeach her for preventing the government from functioning properly.

FM Sa’ar:

Hamas rejected ceasefire, turned aid into terror funding

The Foreign Minister referenced past statements by former US President Joe Biden, who warned that international assistance would be cut off if Hamas diverted or stole aid.

Iran slams Sa’ar’s threats as ‘outrageous’

Iran's Foreign Ministry condemns Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar's comments that a "military option" might be necessary to prevent Iran from advancing its nuclear program.

Sa'ar:

Military option must be on the table to stop Iran

Foreign Minister Sa’ar warns that Iran has already enriched enough uranium for 'a couple of bombs' and points out its growing influence in Judea and Samaria.

For the first time in years:

Highest forum for Israel-EU relations to convene tomorrow

The European Union Ministers of Foreign Affairs Conference (Association Council Meeting) will take place tomorrow in Brussels with the participation of Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa’a.

Minister Sa'ar to Con. of Presidents:

'Surrendering to Hamas's dictates is not an option'

Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar met with the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations and affirmed that Israel is determined to achieve all the objectives of the war.

Foreign Minister:

'Serbia stood by us in our difficult time'

Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa’ar met in Jerusalem with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Serbia, Marko Đurić and thanked him for Serbia’s support of Israel, which was demonstrated not only in words but also in deeds.

Minister Sa'ar:

'PA continues its deception; Turkey working to rebuild Hezbollah'

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar warned the international press that based on statements by the PA and intelligence, payments to families of terrorists proceed as always.

Sa'ar slams AG's demands on Trump Gaza plan

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara drew criticism from Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar after she demanded to be consulted on the legality of Trump's plan to relocate Gaza residents.

Foreign Minister Sa’ar:

'Iran increasing efforts to obtain nuclear weapons'

Foreign Minister Sa’ar warns senators and Deputy Envoy to Middle East, 'Iran compensating for regional weakening by increasing efforts to obtain nuclear weapons.'

Watch: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives in Israel

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio disembarks after landing in Ben Gurion airport, is greeted by Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar and US Embassy Charge d’Affaires Stephanie Hallett.

Sa'ar to Palestinian Arab reporter:

'What you call Palestine is the land of Israel'

At Munich Security Conference, Foreign Minister responds to reporter who asked him about “Palestine”: It's a pity that all these years, we haven’t found a partner for peace, but we had enemies that never abandoned the path of terrorism and incitement.

October 7 failures:

Decision on commission of inquiry postponed by three months

Minister Sa'ar recommends amending the law so that a state commission of inquiry would be established but the government would guide it.

Foreign Minister:

'The only ones starving in Gaza are the hostages'

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar posted a video accusing Hamas of starving the hostages released today, claiming they looked dangerously emaciated while the Hamas forces appeared well-fed.

Sa'ar to Italian counterpart:

'Gaza is a failed experiment - we must take a new approach'

Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa’ar called on his Italian counterpart Antonio Tajani to listen carefully to the new 'out of the box' ideas being proposed by President Trump.

Israel to withdraw from UN Human Rights Council

Following the US decision not to participate in the UN Human Rights Council, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar says Israel will follow suit and leave the council as well.

'Historic milestone'

Minister Sa'ar opens Israeli embassy in Moldova

Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa’ar met with Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mihai Popșoi ahead of the opening of the new embassy.

Sa'ar:

'Australia needs to do more to combat antisemitism'

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar says the Australian government must do more to protect members of the Jewish community, after police in Sydney thwart a terrorist attack on a local synagogue.

Sa'ar: What a despicable person

Irish President appears to draw line between Holocaust and Gaza

Irish President Michael Higgins takes advantage of International Holocaust Remembrance Day speech to criticize Israel. Foreign Minister GIdeon Sa'ar: What a despicable person. What a distorted policy.

Newly-appointed Sec. of State Rubio speaks with FM Sa'ar

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks with Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar about the ceasefires with terror groups Hamas and Hezbollah and Iran's threat to Mideast stability.

Minister Sa'ar:

'Israel paying a heavy price for its commitment to its values'

Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa’ar met with Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani and took the opportunity to congratulate President Trump on his inauguration.

Foreign Minister Sa'ar:

We have a commitment, so we have to make a very tough decision

Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar spoke about the hostage deal with Rome's Jewish community before departing Europe for Israel.

Sa'ar to British counterpart:

'We want a deal, we'll soon know if Hamas does too'

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar hosts British Foreign Secretary David Lammy. The two discuss a number of regional issues, including Iran, Syria, and Lebanon.

Haredi parties' ultimatum on Sa'ar-Levin judicial reform deal

The haredi political parties announced that they will only support the full judicial reform deal reached by the Foreign and Justice Ministers if the Draft Law enshrining haredi exemptions from military service is passed.

Ministers Levin & Sa'ar unveil:

New compromise judicial reform proposal

Proposal would process of enacting quasi-constitutional Basic Laws and composition of judicial selection committees.

Foreign Minister Sa'ar visits Abu Dhabi

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar meets with his Emirati counterpart, Abdullah bin Zayed, the first visit by an Israeli minister to the UAE since the war broke out.

Sa'ar responds to criticism:

'Dedicate my life to hatred of Netanyahu? Not happening'

Foreign Minister responds to criticism against him from the opposition and the media: All the attacks on me only strengthen me.

Gideon Sa'ar expected to forfeit spot in Likud

Gideon Sa'ar is integrating into the Likud party, opting out of a secured spot in favor of participating in primaries to once again challenge Prime Minister Netanyahu for the party leadership.

Report:

Gideon Sa'ar to rejoin Likud in the near future

Three months after joining the Netanyahu government, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar will return to the Likud party; MK Sharren Haskel will not join him.

Foreign Minister:

New Syrian government is a gang of terrorists, not a stable gov't

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar discusses situation in Syria, noting threats to Israel and instability of new government.

Minister Sa'ar:

Trump admin. certainly leaves room for optimism

Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa’ar says he expects to turn a new page towards constructive dialogue with the European Union under the new high representative.

Sa'ar:

'We decided to put Ireland in the antisemitic corner'

Foreign Minister Sa'ar meets dozens of influencers, opinion leaders, advocacy organizations, and experts: "You can see from the statements in Ireland that they are under great pressure."

Irish President claims:

'Netanyahu would like to have settlement in Egypt'

Irish President Michael Higgins criticizes Israeli government, says its accusations of the Irish people being antisemitic are a "gross defamation". Sa'ar fires back: "Once an antisemitic liar - always an antisemitic liar."

For first time in years:

EU-Israel Association Council to convene

High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas announced that the highest body responsible for managing the cooperation between Israel and the EU will meet for the first time since 2022.

'Historical step'

Chief Rabbi of Moldova sends message to Foreign Minister Sa'ar

Rabbi Pinchas Salzman, the Chief Rabbi of Moldova, sends special letter of congratulations to Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar following the decision to open an Israeli embassy in Chisinau.

Sa'ar against Ireland:

'Acting sensibly against persecutors of Israel saves lives'

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar explains decision to close Israeli embassy in Ireland, says Irish govt. crossed line into 'antisemitism based on the delegitimization and dehumanization of Israel and double standards towards Israel.'

Sa'ar, Lapid spar over closure of embassy in Ireland

Opposition Leader Yair Lapid dismisses recent moves by Ireland against Israel as 'criticism' and not antisemitism, leading Foreign Minister to respond, 'Shame on you, Yair!'

Anti-Israel policy:

Israel closing embassy in Ireland

Following the Irish government's extreme anti-Israel policy, Israel has decided to close its embassy in Dublin.

Gideon Sa'ar:

'Netanyahu is a much better leader than Gantz or Lapid'

Foreign Minister Sa'ar discusses his relationship with Netanyahu: Our relationship is very good. We meet often, talk often, I'm involved and well-informed.

Sa'ar to foreign journalists:

'Israel temporarily took over areas in Syria to prevent a 10/7'

Foreign Minister holds briefing for foreign media explaining Israel's actions following the fall of the Assad regime in Syria, calls for international action to protect minorities in Syria such as the Kurds.

Sa'ar warns:

'This is likely the last chance to prevent Iranian nuke'

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar speaks at the OSCE Council of Ministers Plenary today in Malta, notes that Israel has been attacked on 7 fronts by Iran and its proxies over the last year.

Minister Sa'ar to Blinken:

'Israel seriously intends to advance hostage deal'

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed the ongoing cessation of hostilities in Lebanon and the importance of ensuring the agreement is fully implemented.

'The answer to the massacre'

Housing Minister reviews plans for Jewish settlement in Gaza

Construction and Housing Minister Yitzhak Goldknopf was photographed being shown a map of 'settlement points' in Gaza. At the same time, Minister Sa'ar promised that Israel would leave the Gaza Strip.

Sa'ar to Security Council:

'Take action against pro-Iranian militias in Iraq'

Foreign Minister urges UN Security Council to act to stop the activity of the pro-Iranian militias in Iraq, who have claimed UAV attacks on Israeli territory.

Sa'ar to French FM:

'Israeli fans' security must be assured'

Israeli Foreign Minister speaks with French counterpart ahead of big match between the countries' national soccer teams, which is being played exactly a week after the Amsterdam soccer pogrom.

Sa'ar:

'Establishment of Palestinian state today would be Hamas state'

Newly-appointed Foreign Minister delivers first briefing for foreign media, stresses preventing Iran from building a nuclear weapon is the highest priority.

Foreign Minister Sa’ar:

New antisemitism has a goal: Destruction of the State of Israel

Foreign Minister Sa'ar says that 'Our current battle is a clear battle of awareness, also fought in the media and on social networks. The truth is on our side, and we must spread it worldwide.'

Dutch PM: Amsterdam attack on Jews a 'turning point'

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar meets Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof, discussing rising antisemitism and delegitimization of Israel.

Sa'ar:

'Europe needs to wake up'

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar commented on the riots against Israelis in Amsterdam, saying Europe must recognize them as a denial of Israel's right to exist.

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar departs for Holland after pogrom

After being in touch with Dutch officials and Israelis in Amsterdam all night, new Foreign Minister departs to Amsterdam in the aftermath of last night's pogrom.

Approved in the Knesset

Israel Katz as Defense Minister, Gideon Sa'ar as Foreign Minister

Knesset approves new appointments in the government. 58 Knesset members support the move, with no opponents or abstentions. Opposition skips the vote.

Gideon Sa'ar:

'Things started moving after Gantz and Eisenkot quit'

MK Gideon Sa'ar slams left-wing MKs, notes, 'offensive in Lebanon, Hassan Nasrallah's elimination, strikes in Iran, and Yahya Sinwar's elimination - all happened only after Benny Gantz and Gadi Eisenkot quit.'

Political drama:

Netanyahu: 'Sa'ar accepted my request to join government'

Chairman of the New Hope party, MK Gideon Sa'ar, joins government and will serve as minister without portfolio | Sa'ar: 'We are living in historical times for Israel'

Ch. 12 commentator explains:

How Sa'ar's appointment as Defense Minister was thwarted

Amit Segal describes the events behind the scenes in the talks between Benjamin Netanyahu and Gideon Sa'ar that led to the dramatic announcement by Sa'ar.

Political drama:

Gideon Sa'ar gives up the role of Defense Minister

MK Gideon Sa'ar announced to the Prime Minister that he decided to give up the offer to be appointed as Defense Minister in light of the developments in the north.

Report:

Contacts between Netanyahu and Sa'ar continue, Levin is mediating

Minister Yariv Levin is conducting the talks with Sa'ar and his party, in order to complete the process of having Sa'ar join the government immediately after Netanyahu's return from the United Nations.

Poll:

Party led by Bennett and Liberman wins 30 seats

Kan 11 News poll examines the effect of Sa'ar's United Right Party integrating into the Likud.

Likud MK:

'Sa'ar will topple the government'

MK Tally Gotliv warns Netanyahu against appointing Sa'ar to the position of minister: He will undermine you and topple the right-wing government.

Estimate:

Sa'ar getting closer to government; Gallant on the way out

Contacts between Sa'ar and Netanyahu significantly closer. Discussions on options for ministerial appointments. All offices say: ‘There is nothing to report.’

Liberman:

'I believe Sa'ar is on his way to the government'

Yisrael Beytenu chairman predicts that Gideon Sa'ar may join the government in the near future.