Israel is not joking when it calls itself a strategic partner of Europe and the Western world in the Middle East! Gideon Saar, Israel’s Foreign Minister, during his three-day tour of the Baltic countries, made it clear that Israel wants to be a key player in the region. But that’s not all – Saar openly spoke about the humanitarian situation in Gaza and efforts to normalize relations with neighbors. Is this just diplomatic fairy tale or a real plan? While Israel builds bridges with Lithuania and other European countries, complex power games are unfolding behind the scenes.
But wait, there’s another side to the story! The Israeli minister also emphasized that they want diplomatic relations with Syria and Lebanon but will not negotiate over the Golan Heights, which they annexed back in 1967. Is this a sign that Israel wants peace or just a tactic to strengthen its position? In a region where tensions are at a boiling point, with war in Gaza and conflicts in Syria, every statement carries weight.
And while Israel tries to present itself as a reliable partner to Europe, the world cannot ignore the fact that the Middle East remains one of the most unstable spots on the planet. With U.S. President Donald Trump trying to influence normalization between Saudi Arabia and Syria, and with new Islamist rulers in Syria, the situation is far from clear. Israel has entered a demilitarized zone in Syria, including Mount Hermon, further complicating matters.
So, while Israel waves the flag of strategic partnership, is this just a diplomatic show or a real shift in Middle East policy? And how will this affect Europe and the world? Drop your thoughts below, maybe you’ve got the answer to this diplomatic puzzle!
