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Gideon Sa'ar

Israeli-media coverage mentioning Gideon Sa'ar, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.

Politics58 minutes ago·2 outlets

Gideon Sa'ar Condemns MK Tzvi Sukkot's Unauthorized Actions in West Bank Village

Gideon Sa'ar criticized MK Tzvi Sukkot for unauthorized actions in the West Bank village of Ma'adama, where Sukkot destroyed a memorial to a Palestinian militant. Sa'ar stressed t…

Politics1 hour ago

Israeli Ministers Condemn MK Tzvi Sukkot Over West Bank Monument Vandalism

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar and other political leaders condemned MK Tzvi Sukkot for vandalizing a monument to terrorists in the West Bank, warning his actions risk secu…

Security16 hours ago

Netanyahu Reveals Iran Tried to Assassinate One of His Sons

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu revealed that Iran tried to assassinate one of his sons, confirming classified intelligence. His family has been granted extensive security prote…

General22 hours ago

Gideon Sa'ar Shares Tender Childhood Photo with Daughter Alona on Her 29th Birthday

Gideon Sa'ar shared a nostalgic photo of his daughter Alona as a baby to celebrate her 29th birthday, receiving warm responses from followers and a loving reply from Alona.

Security1 day ago

Israeli Aid Plane Arrives in Colombia with Medical Supplies After Earthquake

An Israeli aid plane delivered five tons of medical supplies to Colombia following a major earthquake, accompanied by an Israeli rescue team already on the ground to assist victim…

Politics2 days ago·3 outlets

Israel Bars Entry to Two European MPs Planning Visit to Palestinian Authority

Israel has barred two Swedish left-wing European Parliament members from entering the country to visit the Palestinian Authority due to their past anti-Israel activities and calls…

Politics2 days ago

Jonathan Pollard Joins Former MK Sharren Haskel’s Israel First Party Citing October 7 Betrayal

Jonathan Pollard, former Israeli spy, joined Sharren Haskel’s new political party Israel First, condemning current leadership for failing Israel during the October 7 attacks and c…

Politics2 days ago

Avir Kara Stands by Decision to Join Change Government Despite Criticism

Avir Kara defended his decision to join the Change Government led by Yair Lapid and including Ra'am, rejecting regrets despite criticism from Gideon Sa'ar. Kara blamed Sa'ar for b…

Politics3 days ago

Colombia Restores Coal Exports to Israel Amid Strengthened Diplomatic Ties

Colombia's new president Abelardo de la Espriella reinstates coal exports to Israel and strengthens diplomatic ties, including recognizing Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heigh…

Security3 days ago

Israel Sends Additional 5 Tons of Medical Aid to Colombia After Earthquake

Israel is sending five tons of medical aid to Colombia following a major earthquake, supplementing an ongoing Israeli rescue and medical mission in the country.

Security3 days ago

Trump Envoy to Syria Faces Criticism for Pro-Turkish Stance and Golan Comments

Donald Trump's envoy to Syria, Tom Barrett, faces criticism from both Israeli officials and Trump's allies for his pro-Turkish positions and statements denying Israeli sovereignty…

Politics3 days ago

Former PM Bennett Commits to Enabling Government Change Regardless of Role

Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett pledged to support a government change regardless of his role, criticized Netanyahu's handling of Iran's nuclear threat, and highligh…

Politics4 days ago·2 outlets

European Nations Condemn Israeli Settlement Plans and Military Actions Amid Rising Diplomatic Tensions

Israel faces mounting international backlash over settlement expansion in E1 and refusal to investigate a deadly 2024 airstrike on humanitarian workers. Six European countries con…

Politics4 days ago·5 outlets

UK Plans Sanctions to Ban Trade with Israeli West Bank Settlements Amid International Condemnation

The UK is considering sanctions banning trade with Israeli West Bank settlements following Israel's plan to build over 1,200 housing units in the E1 area. This move aligns with a…

General4 days ago·3 outlets

Tens of Thousands Join Selichot Prayers at Western Wall with Hostages' Survivors Present

Around 50,000 people, including Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar and captivity survivors, attended Selichot prayers at the Western Wall on August 20, praying for IDF soldiers' safety…

Politics5 days ago·1 outlets

Israeli Finance Minister Smotrich Rejects UK Criticism Over E1 Settlement Construction

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich rejected British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband's harsh criticism of Israel's new housing tender in the E1 area, asserting Israel will not…

Politics5 days ago

UK Condemns Israel's Approval of 1,400 Housing Units in Contested E1 Area

The UK condemned Israel's approval of 1,400 housing units in the E1 area, threatening sanctions, while Israel rejected the criticism as hypocritical.

Security5 days ago

Israel Sends Additional 5 Tons of Medical Aid to Colombia After Earthquake

Israel is sending an additional five tons of medical aid to Colombia to support emergency response efforts after a devastating earthquake, with ongoing Israeli rescue teams alread…

Politics5 days ago·9 outlets

Israel and Colombia Scrap Visa Requirements to Boost Travel and Diplomatic Ties

Israel and Colombia have agreed to eliminate visa requirements for each other's citizens starting September 1, enhancing travel and diplomatic relations. This follows renewed dipl…

Israel and Colombia Scrap Visa Requirements to Boost Travel and Diplomatic Ties
Politics6 days ago

Amitt Levi Clashes with Ron Kofman Over Likud Primaries and Party Loyalty

Amitt Levi, placed 33rd on Likud's list, defended his primary results but clashed with Ron Kofman, who accused him of betrayal and criticized Netanyahu's leadership. Levi reaffirm…

Politics6 days ago·2 outlets

Zeev Elkin Responds to Likud Primaries Results, Calls Outcome Disappointing

Likud Minister Zeev Elkin responded to his 32nd-place ranking in the party primaries, calling it disappointing but respecting the rules. He highlighted his nearly 23,000 votes and…

Zeev Elkin Responds to Likud Primaries Results, Calls Outcome Disappointing
Politics6 days ago

Discontent Erupts in Likud After Primaries Amid Accusations Against Netanyahu

After the Likud primaries, several excluded candidates accuse Prime Minister Netanyahu and his associates of manipulating vote deals to favor allies, leading to broken promises an…

Politics7 days ago

New Likud List Boosts Election Motivation for Majority of Coalition Voters

A poll shows 53% of coalition voters feel the new Likud list strengthens their voting motivation ahead of Israel's 26th Knesset elections, with most seeing no ideological shift. N…

Politics7 days ago

Russia Nears Transfer of Jerusalem's Alexander Courtyard Ownership Amid Israeli Caution

Russia is close to finalizing the transfer of ownership of Jerusalem's Alexander Courtyard, a historic religious site, pending Israeli committee review. Israel remains cautious, w…

PoliticsAug 18, 2026

Netanyahu Praises Likud Primary Results, Highlights New Faces and Unity Ahead of 2026 Elections

Benjamin Netanyahu welcomed the Likud party's 2026 primary results, praising the inclusion of new candidates and the democratic voting process. The finalized list features Netanya…

PoliticsAug 18, 2026

Likud Candidate Demands Recount After Name Omitted from Official Primary Results

Dr. Ruth Kabsa Avramzon, a Likud primary candidate, demands a recount after her name was omitted from official ballot summaries. Meanwhile, Likud's primary results show Netanyahu…

PoliticsAug 18, 2026·2 outlets

Likud Primary Results Finalized With Four Ministers Losing Realistic Seats

The Likud party finalized its primary election results early Tuesday, with four ministers losing realistic Knesset spots and only two women elected through the primaries. Netanyah…

PoliticsAug 18, 2026

Netanyahu May Use Party Rules to Oust Nir Barkat from Likud's Final Knesset Slot

With 98% of Likud primary votes counted, Nir Barkat narrowly leads Ze'ev Elkin for the last viable Knesset slot, but Netanyahu may use party rules to replace Barkat with a New Hop…

PoliticsAug 18, 2026

Netanyahu May Use Party Rules to Oust Nir Barkat from Likud's Knesset List

As Likud's primary vote count concludes, Economy Minister Nir Barkat narrowly fights for the last viable Knesset spot but faces potential ousting by Netanyahu's strategic party ru…

Netanyahu May Use Party Rules to Oust Nir Barkat from Likud's Knesset List
PoliticsAug 18, 2026

Ofer Winter Affirms Right-Wing Alignment as New Party Threatens Coalition Stability

Ofer Winter is launching a new right-wing party that could weaken Bezalel Smotrich's Religious Zionism faction and threaten Netanyahu's coalition majority, according to a recent p…

PoliticsAug 17, 2026·2 outlets

Likud Activist Rami Ben Yehuda Criticizes Gideon Sa'ar and Ze'ev Elkin Ahead of Primaries

Likud activist Rami Ben Yehuda criticized Ze'ev Elkin for appointing Gali Baharav-Miara as Attorney General and condemned Gideon Sa'ar for past alliances with the Muslim Brotherho…

SecurityAug 17, 2026

Israeli MK Urges Immediate Action to Protect Chabad House in Sri Lanka Amid Rising Tensions

Israeli MK Avi Maoz warned Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar about attacks on the Chabad House in Sri Lanka and urged immediate action to protect Israeli emissaries amid local protest…

PoliticsAug 17, 2026·2 outlets

Yair Netanyahu Urges Likud Members Not to Support David Bitan in Primary Clash

Yair Netanyahu publicly urged Likud members not to support David Bitan or his allies in the party primaries, intensifying internal party tensions. Bitan criticized party leadershi…

Yair Netanyahu Urges Likud Members Not to Support David Bitan in Primary Clash
PoliticsAug 17, 2026

Likud Primaries Begin with 140,000 Voters and 124 Candidates Competing for Knesset List

Likud's primaries began with 140,000 members voting among 124 candidates to form the party's Knesset list. Netanyahu holds eight reserved spots and has pre-selected key figures. T…

Likud Primaries Begin with 140,000 Voters and 124 Candidates Competing for Knesset List
PoliticsAug 17, 2026

Likud Primaries Begin as 142,000 Members Vote Amid Miri Regev's Accusations

Likud party primaries began Monday with 142,000 members voting to determine the candidate list for the next Knesset. Transport Minister Miri Regev accused El Al's workers' union o…

PoliticsAug 17, 2026·3 outlets

142,000 Likud Members Vote in Contentious Primaries for Next Knesset List

About 142,000 Likud members voted Monday in primaries to select candidates for the next Knesset, with fierce competition for roughly 15 open spots amid reserved slots for Netanyah…

142,000 Likud Members Vote in Contentious Primaries for Next Knesset List
SecurityAug 16, 2026

Chabad House in Sri Lanka Faces Local Attacks, Israeli MK Urges Foreign Ministry Action

The Chabad House in Sri Lanka has been attacked by locals amid protests calling for its closure, prompting Israeli MK Avi Maoz to urgently request Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar to…

PoliticsAug 16, 2026

Venezuela Shifts From Iran Ties to Normalizing Relations With Israel

Israel and Venezuela have restored consular ties following Venezuela's political shift and a humanitarian crisis, signaling a move away from Iran toward Israel. This development i…

PoliticsAug 16, 2026

Gideon Sa'ar Says Attempted Coup Within Likud Was Thwarted by National Right Joining Government

Energy Minister Gideon Sa'ar revealed an attempted coup within Likud against the Prime Minister was stopped after the National Right party joined the government coalition.

PoliticsAug 15, 2026

Former Footballer Menashe Zelka Expected to Secure Likud List Spot for Upcoming Elections

Likud is set to reserve a candidate spot for former footballer Menashe Zelka, representing the Ethiopian community, ahead of upcoming elections.

PoliticsAug 14, 2026

Yuli Edelstein Joins Political Debate Amid Criticism of Fragmented Parties and Arab-Israeli Cooperation

Yuli Edelstein joined a political debate criticizing fragmented parties in Israel. The article praises Yoav Segalovich's crime-fighting work and highlights Mansour Abbas's pragmat…

SecurityAug 13, 2026·3 outlets

Israel Sends Humanitarian and Rescue Mission to Colombia After Devastating Earthquake

Israel is sending an 80-member rescue and humanitarian team to Colombia after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake killed at least 254 people and injured thousands. The mission will conduct…

Israel Sends Humanitarian and Rescue Mission to Colombia After Devastating Earthquake
PoliticsAug 13, 2026·2 outlets

Nissim Mashal Challenges Ze'ev Elkin Over Gideon Sa'ar's List Placement Ahead of Likud Primaries

Nissim Mashal confronted Ze'ev Elkin about Gideon Sa'ar not reserving him a spot on the Likud list ahead of the August 14, 2026 primaries. Elkin defended the party's decisions and…

PoliticsAug 12, 2026

Yaron Zelekha Promises Major Cost-of-Living Cuts, Claims Netanyahu Fears Appointing Him Finance Minister

Yaron Zelekha, leader of Israel's Economic Party, pledges to cut the country's high cost of living by breaking monopolies and reforming economic policies. He revealed that Prime M…

Yaron Zelekha Promises Major Cost-of-Living Cuts, Claims Netanyahu Fears Appointing Him Finance Minister
PoliticsAug 12, 2026·2 outlets

Gideon Sa'ar Accidentally Sends Insulting Message to Raviv Drucker Instead of Ahmad Tibi

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar mistakenly sent a private message insulting journalist Raviv Drucker to Drucker himself instead of Ahmad Tibi. Drucker revealed the incident on TV, c…

PoliticsAug 12, 2026

Opposition and Some Likud MKs Planned Temporary PM to Replace Netanyahu After October 7 Attack

After the October 7 attack, opposition and some Likud MKs, led by Nir Barkat and Yuli Edelstein, planned to replace Netanyahu with a temporary prime minister to stabilize Israel…

Opposition and Some Likud MKs Planned Temporary PM to Replace Netanyahu After October 7 Attack
PoliticsAug 12, 2026·3 outlets

Israel Prepares New Diplomatic Moves Following Colombia's Golan Recognition

Following Colombia's recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar met with local Golan leaders to discuss the development and p…

PoliticsAug 12, 2026

Likud Urges Supreme Court to Decide Today to Avoid Primary Election Delay

The Likud party has appealed to the Israeli Supreme Court to decide today on candidate eligibility for upcoming district primaries, warning that without a ruling, the primaries sc…