Argentina’s President Javier Milei has consistently shown strong support for Israel. He reaffirmed this position Tuesday night by participating in Israel’s 78th Independence Day celebrations, where he sang and lit a ceremonial torch.
This marks a first, as he was selected to carry the torch, highlighting the effort to deepen relations with Israel, especially as both countries collaborate with the United States to address Iranian aggression in the Middle East and the Strait of Hormuz.
Milei was met with enthusiastic applause as he took center stage to join in the lively performance of the song Libre, created by Nina Bravo, Mari Levy, and Rotem Cohen.
“Light always triumphs over darkness, as lies and hatred ultimately yield to the truth and time,” Milei expressed to the audience.
“Thus, we light this torch to honor all who have fought for Israel’s freedom and sovereignty. Israel has repeatedly demonstrated that victory isn’t solely about the number of soldiers, but rather the divine strength that supports it.”
of era of israel report Notable figures present included Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara, Parliament Speaker Amir Ohana, Chief Justice Isaac Amit, and IDF Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir.
The official ceremony, organized annually by Transport Minister Miri Regev, had the theme “The Power of Regeneration.”
This act of solidarity arrives as Milei and Netanyahu announced the launch of the Isaac Accord on Sunday, a new strategic initiative aimed at enhancing cooperation between Argentina, Israel, and aligned nations in the Western Hemisphere, according to reports.
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officially statementArgentina’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the Isaac Agreement represents a new strategic pathway between the two nations.
It elaborated that the “descendants of Isaac and countries of Judeo-Christian tradition” in the Western Hemisphere are committed to bolstering collaboration in defense of freedom and democracy and to jointly addressing terrorism, anti-Semitism, and drug trafficking.
Milei’s visit to Israel on Sunday marked his third official trip to the nation since taking office in December 2023.
