Gideon Saar

Gideon Saar is the current Foreign Minister of Israel. He is newsworthy due to Israel's recent controversial recognition of Somaliland as an independent country, a move that has drawn both praise and criticism. Saar recently made a historic visit to Somaliland, the first by an Israeli Foreign Minister since the recognition. He met with Somaliland's President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi to discuss strengthening ties. This move is seen by some as a strategic shift towards unconventional alliances for Israel, particularly given Somaliland's location in the Horn of Africa and its proximity to Yemen. However, it has also sparked backlash from Arab and Muslim nations. Saar is also expected to discuss the composition of a Trump-led Gaza executive board with the US Secretary of State, as Israel objects to its current form.