Slovenia
Israeli father killed in Slovenia while rescuing seven-year-old son from ravine fall
Gail Hillel, a father of three from Kibbutz Yizrael, died in Slovenia after falling into a ravine while attempting to save his young son, who was seriously injured.
World Jewish Congress visits Slovenia after Israel opens first embassy
Sa'ar confirms Israel will not expel Palestinians from Gaza Strip during visit to Slovenia
Israeli embassy in Slovenia opens as relations thaw between the countries
Hind Rajab Foundation files criminal complaint against FM Sa'ar ahead of visit to Slovenia
At this stage, there is no indication that Slovenian authorities have opened proceedings in response to the complaint. The Foreign Ministry has not yet issued a response.
As foreign elections shape Israel’s alliances, Jerusalem seeks to control the diplomatic whiplash
DIPLOMATIC AFFAIRS: Latin America and Slovenia are examples of countries’ shifting ties with Israel that reflect how relations have become an ideological marker in domestic politics.
Israel’s unbeaten U18 run ends against Slovenia, but World Cup hopes remain alive
Despite the defeat, coach Nadav Zilberstein’s team still has plenty to play for, as it will now battle for fifth place, with a win in its next game securing a berth at next year’s FIBA U19 World Cup.
New Colombian and Slovenian governments flip Israel policy, to move their embassies to Jerusalem
Within one month of each other, leftist, pro-Palestine governments in both countries were voted out and replaced by right-wing leaders who vowed to restore full diplomatic relations with Israel.
Israel names Ruth Cohen-Dar as first resident ambassador to Slovenia
Ruth Cohen-Dar will become Israel’s first resident ambassador to Slovenia as Jerusalem moves to strengthen ties with the country’s new government.
Eurovision chief rules out future votes on Israel's participation despite ongoing country boycotts
Following Israel’s 2025 Eurovision showing, in which Yuval Raphael’s performance of “New Day Will Rise” came in first in the televoting, there were calls to investigate Israel for rules violations.
Israel praises Slovenia for moving embassy to Jerusalem, revoking Palestinian State recognition
Slovenian Prime Minister Janez Jansa has visited Israel on numerous occasions, including in the immediate aftermath of the October 7 massacre.
Slovenia lifts ban on arms trade with Israel
The ministry said the ban, introduced in July, was no longer necessary, as the arms trade is already governed by national law and European Union rules.
'Turning a new page': Israel to open first ever embassy in Slovenia
Sa’ar added that he has already instructed Foreign Ministry Director-General Eden Bar Tal to begin the process of establishing the new embassy and the selection process for an ambassador.
Israir flight diverts to Croatia after being refused landing permission in Slovenia
The decision was reportedly made by Slovenian authorities, who the company claims were politically motivated in their decision.
