Argentina to Complete Embassy Move to Jerusalem by May 2026

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar confirmed that Argentina will finalize the relocation of its embassy in Israel to Jerusalem by May 2026. This announcement came during Sa’ar's visit to Argentina, which included meetings with Argentine President Javier Milei and participation in the Argentine-Israeli Economic Forum in Buenos Aires. Sa’ar expressed optimism about the timeline, stating, “Let’s hope it will be in April or May, with God’s help.” Argentine Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno echoed this sentiment, indicating that preparations for the move are underway, including a planned visit to Israel by President Milei in February 2026.

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The decision to move the embassy marks a significant shift in Argentina's foreign policy under President Javier Milei, who took office in December 2023. Milei's administration has sought to realign Argentina's international relationships, prioritizing ties with the United States and Israel while distancing itself from previous socialist policies that favored alliances with countries like China, Russia, Iran, and Venezuela. This shift mirrors actions taken by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who recognized Jerusalem as Israel's capital in 2017 and moved the U.S. embassy there in 2018.

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During his visit, Sa’ar highlighted the historical ties between Argentina and Israel, noting that his grandfather immigrated to Argentina about a century ago. He characterized the relationship as “extraordinary” and emphasized Argentina's steadfast support for Israel during challenging times. Sa’ar stated, “Argentina has stood firmly by Israel during our darkest hours over the past two years. This will not be forgotten.” He also expressed Israel's intention to significantly increase investment in Argentina, reflecting a commitment to strengthening economic ties.

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While the embassy move has been welcomed by some, it may face criticism from groups within Argentina that oppose closer ties with Israel, particularly in light of the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Critics may argue that such a move could exacerbate tensions in the region and alienate segments of the Argentine population that support Palestinian rights.

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• “Let’s hope it will be in April or May, with God’s help.” — Gideon Sa’ar, Israeli Foreign Minister

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• “We believe in Argentina under the leadership of President Milei.” — Gideon Sa’ar, Israeli Foreign Minister

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The completion of the embassy move is set to coincide with a ceremonial inauguration led by President Milei in Jerusalem. Additionally, Sa’ar is scheduled to participate in events commemorating the 90th anniversary of the Delegation of Argentine Jewish Associations (DAIA) and to remember the victims of Hezbollah's attacks in Buenos Aires during the 1990s.

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