Faced with a scenario of tension in the Middle East with the escalation of the war in Iran, Javier Milei ended his third official visit to Israel with the signing of a package of cooperation measures between Argentina and Israel focusing on artificial intelligence and combating terrorism.
In Jerusalem, the Argentine president met with Benjamin Netanyahu, and signed what was called the ‘Isaac Accords’. Classified as “a milestone to expand diplomatic, commercial, cultural and security ties”, the package of agreements was also presented with an invitation to other Latin American countries that share democratic values.
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar announced a memorandum of understanding on cooperation in combating terrorism and a partnership in artificial intelligence. In a video released by the Argentine press, Milei said that the initiative seeks to join efforts against terrorism, anti-Semitism and drug trafficking.
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Milei also once again defended the transfer of the Argentine embassy to Jerusalem, without indicating a deadline. In an interview with Channel 14 in Israel, reproduced by Clarín, he assured that the decision to change “has been made”, but subject to the circumstances. In the same conversation, he expressed firm support for Israel.
During the official agenda it was also confirmed that from November 2026, El Al Israel Airlines will operate a direct flight between Buenos Aires and Tel Aviv. According to Clarín, the route will be the company’s longest, with around 12,000 kilometers and an estimated duration of between 15 and 16 hours.
The expectation is to reduce the time currently dependent on connections in Europe or the United States, position Buenos Aires as a regional hub and favor tourism, business agendas, commercial flows and government and academic missions.
Intense schedule
The official visit was full of symbolic acts. In addition to the meeting with Netanyahu, Milei went to the Western Wall and participated in the celebrations of Israel’s 78th Independence Day. According to Clarín, Milei became the first foreign head of state to light the torch on Mount Herzl. For security reasons, the ceremony was recorded in advance and will only be broadcast on Tuesday (21).
This Monday Milei will receive the title of Doctor Honoris Causa from Bar-Ilan University and will meet with Israeli President Isaac Herzog. The return to Buenos Aires will take place on Wednesday.
