Isaac Herzog

President Isaac Herzog: Jihan Sadat worked for peace

President Isaac Herzog expresses his condolences to the Egyptian people on the passing of Sadat's widow.

Herzog to world leaders: Join the fight against Iran

New President to world leaders who congratulated him on his inauguration: Join the fight against the Iranian nuclear threat.

Pres. Isaac Herzog's term 'has tremendous potential for olim'

Former MK Rabbi Dov Lipman speaks about his hope President Herzog will use his Jewish Agency experience to help olim settling in Israel.

Pictures: Ceremony for President Herzog at President's Residence

Isaac Herzog attends ceremony at President's Residence as does outgoing President Rivlin, who departs after 7 years as president.

American Jewish leader: President Herzog will be a unifier

Malcolm Hoenlein, Conference of Presidents VP, talks about the role of Israel's new president and the battle against anti-Semitism

The chance to head a nation like no other

A letter to Israel’s new president, Isaac Herzog.

Watch: Isaac Herzog sworn in as president of Israel

Ceremony held for inauguration of 11th President of Israel, Isaac Herzog.

Century-old Bible to be used in swearing-in ceremony

Israel's new President to be sworn in on a century-old Bible gifted to his grandmother.

Today: Isaac Herzog to be sworn in as 11th President of Israel

Inauguration for president-elect Isaac Herzog to be held Wednesday afternoon, with swearing-in of Israel's eleventh president.

Herzog visits Western Wall, calls for unity among Israelis

President-elect who will officially take office on Wednesday: I hope to do everything to make a significant contribution to our unity.

Herzog bids farewell to the Jewish Agency

Israel's President-elect Isaac Herzog bids farewell to Jewish Agency staff before taking office.

'As Long as the Jewish Candle Burns, it is Possible to Repair'

Former Diaspora Minister Omer Yankelevich remembers former Chief Rabbi Yitzchak Isaac Halevi Herzog.

Herzog to Miami Jewish community: 'We share your pain'

Israel's president-elect offers condolences to Miami Jewish community. 'We're thinking of you during this difficult time.'

President-elect Isaac Herzog to be sworn in next month

Israel's new president to replace Reuven Rivlin at inaugural ceremony in the Knesset in July.

'Jewish Agency looks forward to working closely with new gov't'

The Jewish Agency for Israel congratulates newly-formed Government of Israel.

Kremlin congratulates Isaac Herzog on presidential victory

Russian Pres. Putin congratulates Israel's new President Herzog on his win, expresses hope for further development of relations with Israel.

Biden congratulates Isaac Herzog

Biden: I am confident that under Herzog's presidency, the partnership between Israel and the United States will continue to grow and deepen.

Herzog 'one of the strongest & most powerful advocates' for Jews

Combat Antisemitism Movement, UJA-Federation of New York, praise election of Isaac Herzog as Israel's 11th President.

Herzog's 'unwavering dedication is an inspiration'

The Jewish Agency for Israel congratulates its Chairman Isaac Herzog on becoming the next President of the State of Israel.

WJC chief praises Herzog: 'No better or more able candidate'

World Jewish Congress Pres. says he 'looks forward' to working with Israel's Pres. Herzog to 'fight against resurging anti-Semitism.'

President Rivlin congratulates his successor, Isaac Herzog

'Long live the president of Israel!', says outgoing president Reuven Rivlin after Herzog elected 11th President of Israel.

New President Herzog: 'Seasoned diplomat & political leader'

Conference of European Rabbis congratulates newly-elected Pres. Isaac Herzog, praises him as a 'seasoned diplomat and political leader.'

Isaac Herzog elected as President of Israel

Jewish Agency chief Isaac Herzog defeats Israel Prize laureate Miriam Peretz by wide margin to become Israel's 11th President.

Likud and Yesh Atid clash over presidential election

Vote for the presidency next week in doubt due to disagreement between Likud and Yesh Atid.

Israelis favor Miriam Peretz over Isaac Herzog for president

Israel Prize recipient, bereaved mother and former Sinai settler Miriam Peretz tops Jewish Agency chief Isaac Herzog in latest poll.

Isaac Herzog or Miriam Peretz: Presidential race opens

Miriam Peretz and Isaac Herzog will run for the position of President in the election in two weeks.

Isaac Herzog, Miriam Peretz launch presidential bids

'Being obligated to Israel's future is my family's inheritance.' Jewish Agency chief and former Labor chairman announces presidential run.

Israel's presidential race heating up

Israel Prize laureate Miriam Peretz and singer Yehoram Gaon will try to obtain the signatures required to submit candidacy.

Last 'Operation Zur Israel' flight lands in Israel

Nearly 300 New Ethiopian immigrants land in Israel on final flight of 'Operation Zur Israel.'

'Sheldon was the modern-day Moses Montefiore of our generation'

Jewish Agency for Israel expresses condolences over the passing of Sheldon Adelson.

'Kosher slaughter ban is like outlawing Judaism'

Jewish Agency head, Isaac Herzog, urges EU heads of state to drop kosher slaughter ban. “These are foundations of Jewish religious practice"

Herzog congratulates Biden

Jewish Agency chair praises Biden for 'moral compass that guides him and his record in fighting anti-Semitism and support for Israel.'

Jewish Agency head: Immigration could get us out of this crisis

Every wave of immigration holds within it the potentialities of economic recovery and growth. This is a tremendous opportunity for Israel."

Herzog: Increased online anti-Semitism since COVID-19 outbreak

Knesset launces lobby dedicated to fighting anti-Semitism.

'I didn't mean to deny Israel's right to exist'

Jewish Agency chief speaks with Seth Rogen, says the actor apologized for his earlier comments on the Jewish state's existence.

Global Jewish leaders discuss coronavirus in videoconference`

Jewish Agency and Israeli Diaspora Ministry host online roundtable discussion with Jewish leaders from around the world on the coronavirus.

Watch: 119 Ethiopian immigrants arrive in Israel

119 Ethiopian Jews fulfilled their dream of immigrating to Israel on Jerusalem Day.

Rivlin to world Jews:

‘Now more than ever, we are one family’

President to world Jewish leaders: No plague can break the chain that stretches back to the exodus from Egypt and binds our people together.

Isaac Herzog predicts: Increased Aliyah numbers post-coronavirus

Diaspora Minister MK Tzipi Hotoveli and Jewish Agency Chairman Isaac Herzog convened the Emergency Forum for Jewish Communities.

Rivlin: With every update, we pray for Diaspora Jewry

Pres. Rivlin meets with head of Jewish Agency, discusses impact of coronavirus on Jewish communities.

Shalom Corps offers up to $12 mil for Jewish service-learning

Mosaic United and Jewish Agency Project to increase volunteering through first RFP funding up to 100% of direct costs.

Herzog: 'Very clear conflict between the free world and Iran'

Jewish Agency chief Isaac Herzog meets with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to discuss fight against anti-Semitism.

'Masks are removed: Anti-Zionism is anti-Semitism'

WZO, Jewish Agency praise French National Assembly for resolution acknowledhing anti-Zionism is modern form of anti-Semitism.

Herzog: Next deadly anti-Semitic attack may be around the corner

Jewish Agency chairman tells Anti-Defamation League’s Never is Now Summit violent anti-Semitism continues to present a real danger.

Jewish Agency Chairman: The Jewish people support Israel

Issac Herzog addresses Jewish Federations conference in Washington DC: 'It was not been an easy day for Israelis.'

'He left a huge legacy as a lover of Israel'

Jewish Agency for Israel expresses condolences over death of Jewish philanthropist Morton Mandel, who passed away at the age of 98.

Herzog to Merkel: Protect Jewish institutions

Jewish Agency chairman writes to German chancellor following shooting attack at synagogue on Yom Kippur.

New immigrants embark on first tour of the Kotel tunnels

Jewish Agency Chairman, Isaac Herzog leads 100 new olim on tour of Western Wall tunnels.

'Shechita ban could be part of creeping expulsion of Jews'

Jewish Agency urges Belgian province to reverse its ban on traditional forms of slaughter. 'This is a violation of religious freedom.'

'I love Israel, people have everything they need here'

More than 2,000 new olim children from 37 countries set to join Israeli school system, including 31 who arrived in covert missions.

Herzog: Cyprus has 'vested interest' in fighting terror

Jewish Agency Chairman Herzog meets with Cyprus President at Diaspora Conference.

Jewish Agency celebrates 90-year anniversary

"Jewish Agency continues as an arm of the Jewish people providing collective solutions to our most critical challenges," agency heads write.

Jewish Agency: Signs point to anti-Semitism in Miami shooting

Jewish Agency chief says shooting outside of Miami Beach area synagogue has the hallmarks of anti-Semitic attack.

Herzog to Corbyn: Take action before it's too late

Jewish Agency chair pens letter to Labour leader, calling for appointment of neutral entity to investigate anti-Semitism in party.

Rabbi Peretz clarifies: 'Didn't intend to harm any Diaspora Jew'

Official letter to Jewish Agency Chairman to be forwarded to Jewish community leadership worldwide, Peretz makes statement on assimilation.

'74 years after Holocaust and Jews again aren't safe in Europe'

After German anti-Semitism czar warns Jews against wearing kippot, Jewish Agency chief calls on EU leaders to make Europe safe for Jews.

80 deaf Israeli children have bar and bat mitzvah ceremony

80 deaf and hard-of-hearing Israeli children have joint bar and bat mitzvah ceremony in Jerusalem. Jewish Agency Chair: 'Deeply emotional.'

Jewish Agency chairman: "We long for our loved ones"

Jewish Agency chairman Isaac Herzog speaks at Masa Israel Journey's Memorial Day ceremony in Latrun.

Jewish Agency Chair: The pain will stay with us forever

'Here, on this cursed ground, her life ended.' Jewish Agency Chair. Isaac Herzog remembers father's cousin, who was killed at Auschwitz

Herzog: Blue and White may be the new Labor party

Jewish Agency leader says Labor party's historic role in development of Israel has come to an end.