Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar during a joint press conference with his Lithuanian counterpart at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Vilnius, July 1, 2025. (Credit: Petras Malukas/AFP)
Facing increasing pressure and negative diplomatic reactions, Israel has appointed its first-ever special envoy for the Christian world. Announced on Thursday, April 23, by Foreign Minister Gideon Saar, the creation of this post follows a series of controversies involving Christian sites, figures and symbols, which have drawn heightened international attention. “The State of Israel attaches great importance to its relations with the Christian world and with its Christian friends,” said Saar, adding that the new envoy, George Deek, would help to “deepen friendship and strengthen ties.” Officially, Israeli authorities present this appointment as part of a broader diplomatic effort aimed at consolidating relations with Christian communities around the world. However, it falls more in line with crisis management.Concerns about losing...
Facing increasing pressure and negative diplomatic reactions, Israel has appointed its first-ever special envoy for the Christian world. Announced on Thursday, April 23, by Foreign Minister Gideon Saar, the creation of this post follows a series of controversies involving Christian sites, figures and symbols, which have drawn heightened international attention. “The State of Israel attaches great importance to its relations with the Christian world and with its Christian friends,” said Saar, adding that the new envoy, George Deek, would help to “deepen friendship and strengthen ties.” Officially, Israeli authorities present this appointment as part of a broader diplomatic effort aimed at consolidating relations with Christian communities around the world. However, it falls more in line with crisis management.Concerns about...
