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Argentine President Declares 'Anyone Who Messes With Israel Messes With Us'

Argentine President Javier Milei delivered a strong pro-Israel speech in Buenos Aires, stating "Anyone who messes with Israel messes with the entire West." He received the "Gratitude Award" from Pastor Mario Bramnick at an event organized by the Latin Coalition for Israel.

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01Argentine President Javier Milei declared "Anyone who messes with Israel messes with the entire West."
02Milei received the "Gratitude Award" at a pro-Israel event in Buenos Aires.
03He compared Israel's current fight to the Maccabees' victory over the Greek Empire.
04The president condemned global antisemitism and referenced past terror attacks in Argentina.
05Milei affirmed Argentina's choice to stand with Israel and Western leaders.

Milei drew parallels between the Maccabees' victory and Israel's current struggles, condemned global antisemitism, and recalled the 1992 and 1994 terror attacks in Argentina. He concluded by affirming Argentina's support for Israel and Western leaders.

Translated and summarized by baba from Kikar HaShabbat, the latest report. Read Kikar HaShabbat’s original