International Reactions to Argentina's Embassy Move to Jerusalem

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar announced that Argentina will complete its embassy move to Jerusalem by May 2026. This statement came during his visit to Argentina, where he participated in meetings including one with President Javier Milei and events such as the Argentine-Israeli Economic Forum in Buenos Aires on November 21, 2023.

Saar expressed optimism that the move could occur in April or May and emphasized the importance of this diplomatic shift. Following his election in December 2023, President Milei has realigned Argentina's foreign policy, prioritizing ties with the United States and Israel, and moving away from previous ties with nations like China, Russia, and Venezuela.

This decision to relocate the embassy, first announced in Milei's June address to the Knesset, echoes former U.S. President Donald Trump's 2017 recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital. During his visit, Saar highlighted the strong historic ties between Argentina and Israel, referencing his grandfather who immigrated to Argentina a century ago.

He noted Argentina's steadfast support for Israel, particularly during challenging times. Furthermore, Saar stated that Israel is committed to increasing investments in Argentina. Minister Saar is also scheduled to participate in commemorative events regarding the terrorist attacks by Hezbollah in Buenos Aires in the 1990s.

The implications of Argentina's embassy move are significant, potentially influencing diplomatic relations and alignments within the Middle East and beyond, as other nations may reassess their positions in light of this development, according to Breitbart News.