Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar cuts Europe visit short due to 'development' in hostage negotiations

ANI January 16, 2025 282 views

Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar has unexpectedly cut short his European diplomatic tour due to significant developments in the ongoing hostage negotiations. During his visit to Italy, Sa'ar met with key government officials and was scheduled for additional meetings in Hungary. However, the potential progress in securing the release of hostages held in Gaza prompted his immediate return to Israel. Sa'ar will now participate in critical security cabinet discussions scheduled for Wednesday night, demonstrating the urgent and dynamic nature of the current diplomatic efforts.

"Diplomatic missions can change in an instant when critical negotiations are at stake" - Implied by Sa'ar's actions
Tel Aviv, January 15: Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar is concluding a diplomatic visit to Europe this evening, following the development in the negotiations for the release of the Israelis held hostage in Gaza.

Key Points

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Israel rapidly responding to potential hostage release developments

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Diplomatic discussions continue across European capitals

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Sa'ar prioritizes national security negotiations over planned meetings

During the visit, he met in Italy with Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Taiani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure and Transport Matteo Salvini and Minister of Justice Carlo Nordio. Sa'ar was also scheduled with the President of the Parliament Lorenzo Fontana and with the members of the Italy-Israel Parliamentary Friendship Association. In addition, there was a meeting with dozens of influencers and opinion leaders for Israel in Italy and interviews for the local media.

Following the progress in negotiations for a deal for the release of the hostages, Sa'ar canceled the rest of his European mission which was due to continue tomorrow in Hungary.

He will return to Israel Wednesday night in order to participate in the discussions and votes expected in the security cabinet and the government on the issue. (ANI/TPS)

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Gideon Sa'ar Israel Gaza Hostages Diplomatic Negotiations Italy Europe
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