Herzog warns political hostility in Israel impacts Diaspora Jews, calls for greater unity

The Jerusalem Post · SHIR PERETS · 2026-11-05 21:46 UTC

Herzog's comments reflect a broader emphasis throughout his presidency on strengthening ties between Israel and Jewish communities abroad.

President Isaac Herzog warned during his political consultations this week that hostilities within Israel have far-reaching consequences for Jewish communities around the world, calling for a more welcoming and inclusive public discourse during consultations with political parties over who should form the next government.

Speaking with representatives of Yisrael Beytenu at the President's Residence in Jerusalem on Wednesday, Herzog stressed that political statements in Israel significantly affect Diaspora Jews and raised the possibility that a less confrontational political atmosphere could also encourage aliyah.

"We haven’t spoken about the Jewish people until now. I know you deal with this," Herzog told the delegation.

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