![]() US Secretary of State Blinken calls for Two-State SolutionUS Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed support for a 'Palestinian State' alongside a 'Jewish, Democratic' one.![]() Blinken to Ashkenazi: Two-state solution is the best way to ensure Israel’s futureSecretary of State speaks to Israeli Foreign Minister, tells him the US believes in a two-state solution.![]() Head of Morocco's liaison office arrives in IsraelForeign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi speaks to head of Morocco's liaison office immediately upon his arrival in Israel.![]() Foreign Minister Ashkenazi speaks with US Secretary of StateMinister Ashkenazi speaks with Secretary Blinken about ICC decision to investigate Israel, Iran nuclear deal.![]() Live: Establishment of relations between Kosovo and IsraelWatch the special ceremony marking the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Republic of Kosovo and the State of Israel![]() Israeli officials congratulate new US Secretary of StateAntony Blinken confirmed as new US Secretary of State by Senate vote of 78-22.![]() Will Abraham Accords translate to united military front against Iran?Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi says UAE, Bahrain share Israel's concerns over Iran nuclear threat, Abraham Accords is a 'warm peace.'![]() Report: Israel reaching out after Erdoğan's 'ambiguous' rapprochementIn low-profile outreach, Israeli officials reportedly 'testing the waters' with Turkish premier, who, they believe, is afraid of Biden.![]() Ashkenazi resigns from Blue and White in another blow to GantzForeign Minister and Blue and White No. 2 taking break from politics, is proud of his efforts to prevent implementation of sovereignty.![]() Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi taking break from politicsBlue and White loses another member after Minister Ashkenazi announces he will not run in upcoming election.![]() 'Peace is made between peoples, not between leaders'President Rivlin and Foreign Minister Ashkenazi light Hanukkah candles with heads of Israeli missions abroad who participated via Zoom.![]() 'This is a day of light befitting Hanukkah'Defense, Foreign Ministers welcome establishment of diplomatic relations between Israel and Morocco.![]() Ashkenazi: Spain should designate Hezbollah as a terrorist organisationSpanish Foreign Minister Arancha González Laya at moving tribute to Righteous Among the Nations says she knows family of righteous diplomat.![]() Saudi prince: 'Israel rotting thousands in concentration camps'A senior member of the Saudi royal family slandered the State of Israel and Jews worldwide at Bahrain political summit.![]() Saudi Prince calls Israeli PM a liar: 'How can you believe him?'Prince Turki Al-Faisal spoke at a video conference also attended by Israeli Foreign Minister who expressed his "regret" at remarks.![]() Ashkenazi meets Jordanian counterpartJordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi tells Israeli counterpart that Israel should halt procedures that undermine "two-state solution."![]() Czech Republic to open diplomatic mission in JerusalemCzech ambassador to Israel says decision to open diplomatic office in Jerusalem fulfills 2-year-old promise by President Milos Zeman.![]() Israel welcomes Slovenia's decision to recognize Hezbollah as a terrorist organizationForeign Minister Ashkenazi: I call on the EU and other countries to recognize all branches of Hezbollah as a terrorist organization.![]() Israel to send aid to hurricane-ravaged HondurasDefense and Foreign Ministers authorize delegation from Home front Command to leave for Honduras after Hurricane Eta.![]() Bahrain announces plans to open embassy in IsraelForeign Minister Ashkenazi meets Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Alzayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain![]() Hardliner Democrat strategist ominous message to Israel: 'You guys bet on wrong team'Jim Manley retweets Israeli Foreign Minister congratulatory tweet with comment: 'You guys bet on the wrong team.' What does it portend?![]() Dominican Republic considers moving embassy to JerusalemFollowing conversation between Foreign Ministers, the Dominican Foreign Ministry announced it is considering moving embassy from Tel Aviv![]() Foreign Minister Ashkenazi praises Sudan decision to join Abraham AccordsFM Gabi Ashkenazi thanks Trump Administration 'for finding path to peace where so many leaders have failed in the past.'![]() Ashkenazi: I call on the Palestinians to return to negotiationsForeign Minister Ashkenazi meets UAE counterpart in Berlin. "Our presence here symbolizes an era of peace, stability, prosperity and hope."![]() UAE, Israel ministers in historic first meeting at Holocaust MemorialGabi Ashkenazi, UAE counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed al-Nahyan, and German FM Heiko Maas meet at Berlin Holocaust Memorial.![]() Foreign Minister Ashkenazi to meet Emirati counterpartForeign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi to visit Berlin, where he will hold talks with his counterpart from the United Arab Emirates.![]() FM Gabi Ashkenazi: 'Stand with the US to prevent arms sales to Iran'Israeli Foreign Minister lauds US efforts to strengthen enforcement of weapons sanctions against Iran.![]() Netanyahu did not have authority to sign UAE dealForeign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi forced to step in over legal hurdle to signing of Abraham Accords in Washington today.![]() Gabi Ashkenazi: New ties 'strategically and economically significant'Foreign Min. Ashkenazi praises US Pres. Trump for efforts to further normalization, promises to strengthen ties with other countries.![]() Gabi Ashkenazi: Was Netanyahu set up? I doubt itThe FM views the revelation of the link between investigator in Netanyahu case and Judy Nir-Mozes as an attempt to invalidate case.![]() Gabi Ashkenazi: 'Israel's security will be guaranteed by its own defensive power''Israel will closely monitor implementation of renewed UNIFIL mandate,' Foreign Ministry says.![]() Likud: 'Gabi Ashkenazi knew nothing about Abraham Accords'Likud slams Blue and White statements: 'Laughable' for Blue and White to present change in policy as their own doing.![]() 'Our policy has moved from annexation to normalization'Gabi Ashkenazi declares that Israel has shifted from pursuing sovereignty in Judea and Samaria, to normalizing relations with Arab world.![]() 'Gabi Ashkenazi's Blue and White dragging Israel to elections'Budget negotiations between Likud, Blue and White at impasse less than 9 hours before deadline with fate of the government at stake.![]() Watch: Gantz and Ashkenazi meet PompeoDefense Minister Benny Gantz and Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi met with US Sec. of State Pompeo in Jerusalem![]() If it quacks like elections…With government collapse looming, Blue and White leader Benny Gantz is willing to compromise, but his No. 2 is holding him back. Opinion.![]() Israel opens cooperation office in HondurasForeign Minister Ashkenazi: The Israeli flag is officially hoisted today in the capital of Honduras for the first time in 26 years.![]() Conflict between Likud and Blue and White escalatesForeign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi says Netanyahu will do anything to remain prime minister, Likud says Ashkenazi is undermining Gantz.![]() Oman's foreign minister speaks to Ashkenazi after UAE agreementOman's foreign minister speaks to Israeli counterpart, affirms his country's position calling for peace between Israel and PA.![]() Gabi Ashkenazi: 'Mistake for Security Council to reject US proposal'FM Gabi Ashkenazi warns: Decision not to extend arms embargo on Iran was a 'mistake,' will lead to deterioration in Middle East.![]() Official: Israelis permitted to visit GreeceTourists from Israel to be allowed entry to Greek capital Athens as well as some islands in country. FM Ashkenazi: 'Important decision'![]() Israel supports UNIFIL ability to effectively carry out mission'Resolution 1701 was designed to prevent Hezbollah and its Iranian masters from turning southern Lebanon into a hotbed of terror.'![]() Gabi Ashkenazi: 'We must all act against Iranian efforts to undermine stability'FM Gabi Ashkenazi meets Latin American, Caribbean, ambassadors, discussing Iranian entrenchment in Middle East and Trump peace plan.![]() Ashkenazi: Gantz will remain Blue and White chairmanForeign Minister calls on Likud to resolve budget crisis: "This crisis can be resolved in one minute."![]() Gabi Ashkenazi: 'Deal of the Century will lead to separation from Palestinian Authority''We're in favor of a process which will lead to peace, don't want to harm peace agreements with our neighbors,' Foreign Min. Ashkenazi says.![]() Ashkenazi meets Cypriot counterpart, discusses sovereigntyForeign ministers of Israel and Cyprus meet as Israel seeks to defuse European opposition to sovereignty plan.![]() Alon Ushpiz appointed Director-General of the Foreign MinistryUshpiz will replace current Director-General Yuval Rotem, who asked Minister Ashkenazi to leave the post after a lengthy term in office.![]() Israeli Foreign Minister: We don't have any maps yet for sovereignty plan'First we need to get on the same page as the US, then we'll get the sovereignty maps ready,' says Israeli Foreign Minister.![]() Israeli FM participates in multinational corona videoconferenceForeign Minister Ashkenazi participates in joint discussion with counterparts from US, Australia, India, Brazil, and South Korea on COVID-19![]() EU High Representative/Vice President Josep Borrell speaks to Foreign Minister AshkenaziUnderlines EU 'unequivocal commitment to the security of the State of Israel, which is not negotiable for the EU.'![]() Foreign Minister speaks to Russian counterpartForeign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi speaks with Sergei Lavrov, discusses the need to end the Iranian presence in Syria.![]() 'Regrettable that EU ignored the threats Israel faces''Regrettable that EU ignored threats Israel faces,' says Israeli Foreign Ministry, after EU 'strongly urges' Israel not to apply sovereignty![]() New Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi calls Trump peace plan 'historic'Former IDF Chief of Staff and Blue and White MK assumes new post as Foreign Minister, says maintaining peace agreements crucial.![]() MK Ashkenazi on sovereignty: We'll put our foot on the brakeBlue and White MK asked in TV interview about sovereignty in Judea and Samaria: We believe it’s better to have an influence from within.![]() 'Netanyahu collected materials on Gantz and Ashkenazi'Former PM Ehud Barak claims that Netanyahu collected information on Blue and White leaders in order to force them to join government.![]() Left-wingers demonstrate outside home of MK Gabi AshkenaziProtesters demand Ashkenazi cease negotiations with Netanyahu to form unity government.![]() Gantz and Ashkenazi's threatBlue and White leaders make clear to Likud: If no agreement by Monday night, the legislation against Netanyahu will be advanced. |