Israel and Venezuela Move Toward Renewing Diplomatic Ties Following Earthquake Aid Mission
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First reported by Ynet · 24 hours ago
What happened
After 17 years without diplomatic ties, Israel and Venezuela are moving toward restoring relations, sparked by Israel's humanitarian aid following a Venezuelan earthquake. Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez publicly welcomed the Israeli rescue team, and key diplomatic and religious figures are facilitating renewed contacts, though the process remains cautious due to internal Venezuelan divisions.
- 01Israel and Venezuela have lacked diplomatic relations since 2009 after Operation Cast Lead.
- 02An Israeli rescue mission to Venezuela after a recent earthquake helped improve bilateral ties.
- 03Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez publicly praised the Israeli delegation and met with IDF soldiers.
- 04Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar and envoy Yoed Magen engaged with Venezuelan officials.
- 05Venezuela's Chief Rabbi Isaac Cohen coordinated the Israeli mission and may become ambassador.
- 06Venezuelan media shifted from anti-Israel rhetoric to positive coverage of Israeli aid.
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