Ron Dermer

Ron Dermer is an Israeli politician and member of the Likud Party. He currently serves as the country's strategic affairs minister.

Originally born in the United States, Dermer has served in the past as Israel's ambassador to the US.

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Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer seen in the Knesset, in Jerusalem, January 22, 2025

Israel's Ron Dermer 'hesitant' on pushing Gaza deal, hostage father says

To all the hostages who hear me now, know that the fight is ongoing, and we are not giving up on you," Aloni said.

Israel presents Hamas new ceasefire and hostage release deal

An Israeli official noted, "The Egyptian and Qatari mediators believe Hamas might now agree to a hostage-release and ceasefire deal."

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05/12/2024

Israel, Lebanon reaffirm ceasefire amid US concerns over recent tensions

Axios reported that the Biden administration has been concerned that the ceasefire in Lebanon could unravel after Israel and Hezbollah exchanged fire in recent days, according to US officials. 

Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer to visit US for hostage deal and Iran talks, sources say

Dermer has been working to advance a post-war plan for Gaza to be implemented in recent months.

By WALLA!
01/12/2024
 Palestinians make their way as they inspect the damages at Jabalya refugee camp

Israel committed in writing to US: No forced displacement of Palestinians from northern Gaza

In an official letter sent by Israel to the Biden administration in mid-November, the Israeli government clarified that it does not intend to expel Palestinians from northern Gaza or starve them.

By WALLA!
20/11/2024

'You are not really one of us': Old elites tremble at the sight of a new generation

A feeling by the old entrenched elite that their country, and their entitled role in it, is slipping away and that right-wing Anglo-Israeli interlopers will replace them

Dermer to discuss Lebanon ceasefire in US after reported secret Russia visit

Dermer has been a key player in efforts to secure a deal and in communications between Israel and Washington.

Pentagon's private letter to Gallant, Dermer about possible arms embargo leaked to Israeli media

Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh doubled down that the letter was meant to be private correspondence and not intended for public consumption. 

Security cabinet leaks are endangering Israel’s security

Israeli government leaks, particularly from the security cabinet, have intensified during the current war, revealing internal conflicts and undermining decision-making processes.

12/09/2024

Blame Hamas, not Israel's government, Ron Dermer says

'Hamas has not agreed to any of the US-facilitated hostage deals; they are the sole reason there is no hostage deal in place.'

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