Netanyahu Met Milei at UN General Assembly
The leaders discussed expanding the Isaac Accords in Latin America following a speech by the Argentine president.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in International Relations
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with Argentine President Javier Milei on September 24, 2026, during the UN General Assembly in New York. The meeting focused on strengthening ties and exploring the expansion of the Isaac Accords throughout Latin America.
Why it matters
Netanyahu sought the meeting to personally thank President Milei for his vocal support of Israel. This diplomatic engagement highlights the growing alignment between the two nations as they address regional security concerns.
The meeting took place on September 24, 2026, following Javier Milei's receipt of the Defender of Israel award from the Darchei Torah Yeshiva. These diplomatic steps follow Milei's previous criticism of the United Nations.
The players
Benjamin Netanyahu
He is the Prime Minister of Israel who spearheaded discussions on expanding regional diplomatic agreements.
Javier Milei
He is the President of Argentina known for his vocal opposition to the United Nations and strong support for Israel.
The details
President Milei used his time at the UN General Assembly to criticize the institution, labeling it arrogant and useless for its failure to prevent terrorism and violence. The leaders explored deeper cooperation, focusing on how to integrate more Latin American nations into the framework of the Isaac Accords.
Timeline
Javier Milei criticized the UN for alleged anti-Israel bias in 2024.
Javier Milei delivered a speech at the UN General Assembly on September 23, 2026.
Benjamin Netanyahu met with Javier Milei on September 24, 2026.
Political Context
The push to expand the Isaac Accords follows the diplomatic framework established by the Abraham Accords. This meeting indicates a strategic shift to apply similar normalization patterns within Latin America, which contrasts with the criticism leveled against the UN by the Argentine president.
The diplomatic pivot toward Latin America may influence future regional trade agreements and security partnerships involving Israel. Citizens in affected regions should monitor potential changes to foreign policy stances and international cooperation protocols.
The takeaway
The meeting reflects a deepening ideological partnership between Israel and Argentina that challenges existing multilateral frameworks. This relationship highlights a growing trend of nations bypassing traditional international bodies to form direct, bilateral strategic alliances.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Arutz Sheva Israel News.
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