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.
Javier Milei becoming president of Argentina more than a year ago unexpectedly created for us a Zionist brotherhood front in blue and white.
A CSW delegation met with the Interior and Defense Ministers, and the Argentinian National Archives director, who offered their cooperation in location documents on the so-called 'ratlines.'
In Buenos Aires, the Planetarium, the Woman’s Bridge, the Usina del Arte, and the Lezama Palace will be illuminated. The city’s iconic Obelisk changed to illuminate images of Shiri and her two sons.
Argentina has been actively working to secure the release of its nationals held by Hamas since the October 7 attack, in which dozens of foreign nationals were kidnapped.
The Bibas brothers held dual Israeli-Argentine citizenship through their father, Yarden Bibas.
President Milei calls for justice for Alberto Nisman and AMIA bombing victims.
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
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.
Milei underscored the long relationship between the two countries and praised his relationship with both President Isaac Herzog and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Dr. Petri conveyed a message from Argentine President Dr. Javier Milei, reaffirming Argentina's strong support for Israel's right to self-defense.
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