Javier Milei

Javier Milei is the current president of Argentina. Noted for his similarities Donald Trump and Jair Bolsonaro, his policies have been characterized as right-wing libertarian and populist, with a lean towards anarcho-capitalism. He has also advocated for freedom of choice over a variety of issues, such as prostitution, drugs, same-sex marriage, and gun control. 

Milei has also been noted for his eccentric personality and even has a superhero persona, General AnCap.

Despite having been raised Catholic, Milei has been vocal about his admiration for Judaism and claims to read the Torah every day and having considered formally converting. He has also advocated for closer ties with Israel and stated his intention to move Argentina's embassy to Jerusalem.

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 Javier Milei at the Western Wall, February 6, 2024

Argentina's Milei to decree a national day of mourning for the Bibas family

The Bibas brothers held dual Israeli-Argentine citizenship through their father, Yarden Bibas.

Report affirms Nisman murdered for AMIA inquiry, Argentininian president calls for justice

President Milei calls for justice for Alberto Nisman and AMIA bombing victims.

Inauguration Day: Donald Trump is officially America's 47th president

Trump to take the oath of office at 7:00 p.m. Israel time • Javier Milei and Giorgia Meloni among world leaders who attended inauguration

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20/01/2025
 Javier Milei at the Western Wall, February 6, 2024

Argentina’s President Javier Milei wins 2025 'Jewish Nobel Prize'

Genesis Prize Chairman Stan Polovets praised Milei’s support for Israel, achievements in reforming Argentina’s economy, and pursuit of justice for AMIA terror victims.

Presidents Milei, Herzog celebrate 75 years of Israel-Argentina relations

Milei underscored the long relationship between the two countries and praised his relationship with both President Isaac Herzog and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Israel, Argentina deepen defense ties in official ministerial talks

Dr. Petri conveyed a message from Argentine President Dr. Javier Milei, reaffirming Argentina's strong support for Israel's right to self-defense.

Historic Torah ceremony sees Argentina’s new foreign minister sworn in

President Milei drew parallels between the Torah’s ‘Lech Lecha’ and Werthein’s new diplomatic mission.

Argentina's Javier Milei visits Nova Exhibition in Buenos Aires as part of October 7 remembrance

Milei is just one of 300,000 people who have visited the installation, which was

Argentina's President Milei calls out UN's hypocrisy in condemning Israel

During his remarks, Milei criticized the UN for its hypocrisies in criticizing Israel. 

Ohana and Milei discuss Hezbollah, hostages in Buenos Aires meeting

The meeting between the Speaker and the Argentinian president reportedly covered a variety of Middle East security topics.

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