Slovenian Foreign Minister Touched by Judea and Samaria Wine

Slovenian Foreign Minister Tono Hojs was presented with a bottle of wine from the Har Bracha winery in the Samaria region by Israeli Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi and Head of the Samaria Regional Council Yossi Dagan. The gesture occurred in Ljubljana during the opening ceremony of Israel's embassy in Slovenia, a day after Britain imposed sanctions on businesses in Judea and Samaria, including wineries.

When Hojs inquired about the wine's origin, Dagan explained its connection to a prophecy by Jeremiah, stating, "What you hold in your hand is not just a bottle of wine, but a prophecy of Jeremiah being fulfilled." Hojs was reportedly moved by this and expressed gratitude for the gift. The event was part of Dagan's diplomatic visit to Slovenia, during which he held meetings with senior government officials.

In a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport and Energy Jernej Vrtovec, Dagan presented maps highlighting the strategic importance of Judea and Samaria for Israeli and Western security. Vrtovec expressed strong solidarity with Samaria and support for its sovereignty. Dagan also met with Defense Minister Valentin Hafner and Agriculture Minister Janez Cigler Kralj, who also voiced support for Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria and deeper bilateral cooperation.

Dagan framed the wine presentation as a "Zionist response" to the British sanctions, emphasizing that while some attempt to boycott Judea and Samaria businesses, Israel is bringing its produce to political platforms and strengthening international ties. He praised Foreign Minister Ashkenazi for his work in promoting Israel's narrative and combating delegitimization, noting the Samaria Regional Council's partnership with the Foreign Ministry in this effort.