Diplomacy
Israel can ease tensions with Qatar, but only if Doha stops supporting Hamas - opinion
Qatar is seeking to solidify its image as a constructive mediator and launder its reputation despite its ongoing support for terrorism.
Mossad chief Barnea bridges Doha divide after Israel's assassination attempt in Qatar - analysis
Israel, Costa Rica sign FTA eliminating over 90% of tariffs, expanding bilateral trade
‘Part of historic process’: Netanyahu backs revised outline of IDF haredi draft bill at Knesset
European Union eyeing Lebanon presence in boost for efforts to disarm Hezbollah, document shows
EU efforts could “focus on advice, training and capacity-building,” a document said, adding that it would not take over UNIFIL's tasks in the Levant.
Broad consensus, powerful global actor: What Israel, Jews fail to understand about the EU - opinion
The problem is the refusal to recognize that the European Union is a powerful global actor with a coherent and long-term worldview, not a collection of interchangeable politicians.
Israel is not a democracy, US envoy to Syria Tom Barrack suggests at Doha Forum
"In this region, what's worked the best, whether you like it or you do not like it, is a benevolent monarchy," Barrack said.
Costa Rica to open new diplomatic office in Jerusalem, sign free trade deal with Israel
The move comes as Israel and Costa Rica prepare to sign a free trade agreement this week, with Economy Minister Nir Barkat and Minister Tovar set to attend the ceremony.
Grapevine, December 4, 2025: A diplomatic village
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Will Israel's new talks with Lebanon prevent another war with Hezbollah? - analysis
Lebanon will need to see if it can move forward with disarming Hezbollah. Israel may also need to explain what it means by “disarmament.”
Belgian police detain suspects as EU diplomatic service faces fraud inquiry
Three suspects were detained in the investigation related to EU-funded training for junior diplomats, the prosecutors said.
Israel, US 'running out of patience' on Hezbollah disarming, may lead to war, officials warn
“Hezbollah is recovering day by day, and patience - both Israel’s and America’s - is beginning to run out, which may lead to an escalation in activity,” the officials said.
Rubio instructs US diplomats to urge host gov'ts to restrict immigration - report
Diplomats were given talking points, including naming displacement and sexual assault as an impact of mass migration or the prevalence of radical Islam among certain populations.
Trump escalates diplomatic efforts in Sudan, Ukraine conflicts
With peace deals in Sudan and Ukraine on the line, Trump’s diplomatic efforts reach a critical point in securing lasting arrangements.
When interests align: Israel’s strengths and US interests - opinion
The greatest tension in the US-Israel relationship emerges when American administrations believe they understand Israel’s security needs better than Israelis themselves.
