Diplomacy

Open letter to Thomas Friedman: Calls for diplomacy with Iran have poor timing - opinion

This is a critical moment in history and an opportunity for Israel to address the Iranian threat.

 IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTER Abbas Araghchi speaks at a meeting with foreign ambassadors in Tehran on Saturday. Israel’s most pressing strategic challenge today is Iran, states the writer in his open letter.
 SUDAN’S SOVEREIGNTY COUNCIL head, Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, addresses the UN General Assembly last year. In 2020, he met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and they agreed to normalize ties.

Sudan seeks closer ties with Israel - opinion

 US Secretary of State Marco Rubio takes part in a media briefing during the 58th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Foreign Ministers' meeting and related meetings at the Convention Centre in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on July 10, 2025.

US State Department to fire over 1,300 employees as Trump admin. aims to shrink federal gov't

Beechcraft 350 reconnaissance aircraft.

Germany accuses China of targeting aircraft with laser over Red Sea


The first Zionist diplomat: How Theodor Herzl changed Jewish and world history - opinion

To those who view diplomacy as naive, we urge a look at Theodor Herzl, the first Zionist diplomat, a man whose primary tools were determination and words.

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu speaks in front of a portrait of Theodor Herzl at Independence Hall in Tel Aviv in 2010. Herzl’s use of diplomatic means secured recognition for Zionism’s goals, say the writers.

Israel Allies Foundation launches six new caucuses in Africa 

In the wake of Israel's 12-day war with Iran, the Israel Allies Foundation is capitalizing on growing diplomatic momentum by expanding its influence with the addition of six new caucuses in Africa.

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Mystery deaths in Tehran sparks concern over Swiss diplomats safety

The report noted that Switzerland’s unique role as Washington’s protecting power in Tehran “increases the visibility of Swiss personnel to hostile services.”

A cordon tape is seen at the garden in front of the tower, where the body of the Swiss embassy's first secretary was found after falling from a building, in Tehran, Iran May 4, 2021.

IAF head: 80% of Israeli diplomatic wins due to faith-based diplomacy

As a fragile ceasefire with Iran sets in, Israel's battles are far from over. The Israel Allies Foundation stepped into the diplomatic arena this weekend as Israel's battle for legitimacy rages on.

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Iran’s future will be decided before the war ends - opinion

The question of who shapes post-war Iran, and how, is just as consequential as military strategy and diplomatic maneuvering.

 Hezbollah supporters celebrate what they say is Iran's victory, after US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, in Beirut, Lebanon, June 25, 2025

UAE seeks de-escalation amid Iran conflict, reaches out to over 30 countries

The UAE has reached out to at least 36 countries in its efforts to reduce tensions.

 Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani Emir of Qatar receives Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, prior to the 44th session of the Supreme Council of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), in Doha, Qatar, December 5, 2023.

After the strike: Israel's opportunity for a diplomatic breakthrough with Iran - opinion

While Iran’s nuclear infrastructure remains largely intact following Israeli strikes, deterrence has been temporarily reestablished, creating a window for a diplomatic initiative.

 An illustrative image of fighter jets superimposed above Israeli and Iranian flags.

Behind the Gulf’s condemnations: A strategic interest in Israel's strikes on Iran - opinion

Despite the public discourse, Israel's strikes on Iran align with the strategic interests of the Gulf states.

 US PRESIDENT Donald Trump stands with Omani Deputy Prime Minister Asa’ad bin Tariq at a GCC summit in Riyadh last month. With a real possibility that the US will join Israel’s campaign against Iran, Gulf states have an opportunity to reshape the region, says the writer.

G7 leaders say Israel has right to defend itself in statement on Iran strikes

"At one point, there was concern they wouldn't be able to produce a joint declaration," a Western diplomat told the Post.

 US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters aboard Air Force One after departing early from the the G7 summit in Canada to return to Washington, June 17, 2025

Iran pushed for IAEA Board of Governors to condemn Israel over attacks - exclusive

Iranian officials shifted their efforts after realizing they would not secure a majority, a Western diplomat who spoke to the Post said.

 International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director-General Rafael Grossi seen at the IAEA headquarters in Vienna, Austria, June 9, 2025

Israel shuts global embassies after Iran attack, urges citizens to avoid displaying Jewish symbols

Israel would not be providing consular services and urged citizens to cooperate with local security services if faced with hostile activity.

 A man walks with an Israeli flag draped over his shoulders, following an incident where two Israeli embassy staff were shot dead near the Capital Jewish Museum, in Washington, DC, US, May 22, 2025.