What to know about Israeli President Herzog’s trip to Central America?
Summary
Israeli President Isaac Herzog will visit Panama and Costa Rica in May to strengthen diplomatic relations. The visit aims to support Israel’s ties with these countries amid increasing international criticism of Israel's actions in the region.Key Facts
- President Herzog’s trip to Panama and Costa Rica is scheduled for May 6 and will last four days.
- This will be the first visit by an Israeli president to Panama.
- Herzog will meet Panama’s President Jose Raul Mulino and attend the inauguration of Costa Rica’s President-elect Laura Fernandez Delgado.
- Panama currently holds a two-year non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council.
- Panama and Costa Rica have shown some support or abstained in UN votes related to Israel and Palestine.
- Israel faces growing international isolation due to its conflict in Gaza and an ICC arrest warrant for Prime Minister Netanyahu.
- The visit is part of Israel’s strategy to maintain and build alliances with countries that are friendly to Israel and its key ally, the United States.
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