Diplomacy
Israel's global standing slowly recovers as diplomatic tsunami begins to recede
NATIONAL AFFAIRS: Israel's international standing is shifting, moving from isolation to slow, uneven recovery as global engagement grows.
Stan’s the name: Inside Israel’s growing partnerships across Central Asia
Taiwan's deputy foreign minister made secret trip to Israel, sources say
PM Netanyahu holds phone conversation with Bolivian president amid resumed relations, PMO confirms
Israel can ease tensions with Qatar, but only if Doha stops supporting Hamas - opinion
Qatar is seeking to solidify its image as a constructive mediator and launder its reputation despite its ongoing support for terrorism.
Mossad chief Barnea bridges Doha divide after Israel's assassination attempt in Qatar - analysis
Israel’s spy chief has used his extensive skill set to rebuild the Mossad's working relationship with Qatar following the attempted assassination of Hamas officials in Doha.
Israel, Costa Rica sign FTA eliminating over 90% of tariffs, expanding bilateral trade
Israel and Costa Rica signed a Free Trade Area agreement on Monday, marking a significant milestone in economic cooperation between the two countries.
‘Part of historic process’: Netanyahu backs revised outline of IDF haredi draft bill at Knesset
Netanyahu at Knesset: Claims that Israel's standing has been harmed are a wave of lies • On haredi draft: 'You want to see an evasion law? That is what you brought'
European Union eyeing Lebanon presence in boost for efforts to disarm Hezbollah, document shows
EU efforts could “focus on advice, training and capacity-building,” a document said, adding that it would not take over UNIFIL's tasks in the Levant.
Broad consensus, powerful global actor: What Israel, Jews fail to understand about the EU - opinion
The problem is the refusal to recognize that the European Union is a powerful global actor with a coherent and long-term worldview, not a collection of interchangeable politicians.
Israel is not a democracy, US envoy to Syria Tom Barrack suggests at Doha Forum
"In this region, what's worked the best, whether you like it or you do not like it, is a benevolent monarchy," Barrack said.
Costa Rica to open new diplomatic office in Jerusalem, sign free trade deal with Israel
The move comes as Israel and Costa Rica prepare to sign a free trade agreement this week, with Economy Minister Nir Barkat and Minister Tovar set to attend the ceremony.
Grapevine, December 4, 2025: A diplomatic village
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Will Israel's new talks with Lebanon prevent another war with Hezbollah? - analysis
Lebanon will need to see if it can move forward with disarming Hezbollah. Israel may also need to explain what it means by “disarmament.”
Belgian police detain suspects as EU diplomatic service faces fraud inquiry
Three suspects were detained in the investigation related to EU-funded training for junior diplomats, the prosecutors said.
