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Israel's First Bahrain Ambassador Eitan Na'eh Dies at 62

1/19/2026

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Eitan Na’eh, Israel’s first ambassador to Bahrain, died January 19, 2026, at 62.
He served as Bahrain ambassador from December 2021 to November 2023, ending amid Israel-Hamas War.
Na’eh previously held posts in Azerbaijan, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates.
The Israeli Foreign Ministry praised his diplomatic skills and described him as a team player.
Opposition Leader Yair Lapid, who appointed Na’eh, offered condolences and noted 35 years of service.

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Eitan Na’eh, Israel’s first ambassador to Bahrain, died January 19, 2026, at 62.
He served as Bahrain ambassador from December 2021 to November 2023, ending amid Israel-Hamas War.
Na’eh previously held posts in Azerbaijan, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates.
The Israeli Foreign Ministry praised his diplomatic skills and described him as a team player.
Opposition Leader Yair Lapid, who appointed Na’eh, offered condolences and noted 35 years of service.