Isaac Herzog

At the ceremony marking the transition between Mossad chiefs, outgoing director David Barnea called for building on Israel’s recent gains against Iran and working to bring down the regime in Tehran. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised him, saying: "Dedi, great things were done on your watch."

President Isaac Herzog has reportedly decided to pause, for now, his handling of the pardon request submitted by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s attorneys. The reason given: the prime minister did not respond to the president’s proposal to begin a process of dialogue.

In a historic ceremony at the President’s Residence, Somaliland’s first ambassador to Israel formally presented his credentials. President Isaac Herzog also welcomed the new ambassadors of four other countries.

The District Court canceled Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's scheduled testimony after his attorney, Amit Hadad, sent an urgent letter citing late-night security consultations and an ongoing security-diplomatic schedule.

Senior Israeli officials told the New York Times that President Isaac Herzog is inclined to pursue a plea deal and, for now, prefers to avoid a final decision. Herzog himself confirmed the details: "Talks toward an arrangement are an essential part of the effort to bring the sides to agreements."

In Jerusalem, Israeli President Isaac Herzog presented Argentina's Javier Milei with the President's Medal of Honor for his consistent, public support of Israel since taking office in 2023. Milei: "It is a great honor for me. May Hashem bless Israel."

Argentine President Javier Milei visits Israel, meets PM Benjamin Netanyahu, announces he will move Argentina's embassy to Jerusalem, backs Israel against the Iran axis, and touts new EL AL nonstop flights and an AI partnership.

Milei lands in Israel for a whirlwind visit through Tuesday, with a one-on-one with Benjamin Netanyahu, meetings with families of released hostages, plans for security and AI cooperation, and an expected announcement of a new El Al nonstop to Buenos Aires.