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Israel plans first embassy in Slovenia, says foreign minister

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Posted on June 5, 2026

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Israel to Open First Embassy in Slovenia Amid Shift in Diplomatic Relations

Israel's Diplomatic Expansion and Slovenia's Political Shift

June 5 (Reuters) - Israel plans to open an embassy in Slovenia, Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said late on Thursday, a sign of a thaw in relations since a new centre-right government took power in Ljubljana. 

Slovenia's New Government and Foreign Policy Changes

• Prime Minister Janez Jansa's government will likely shift foreign policy away from previous course

Previous Administration's Stance

• Previous government had recognised Palestinian state, banned entry for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Statements from Israeli Officials

• "After years of the hostility of the previous government- we now have an opportunity to rebuild, strengthen, and deepen a real partnership," Saar posted on X

Strategic Importance of the New Embassy

Israel's Position in Europe

• Mission in Slovenia gives Israel key foothold in the European Union, NATO

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Angeliki Koutantou; Editing by Kevin Liffey)

Key Takeaways

  • Israel will establish its inaugural embassy in Slovenia, signaling a strategic foothold in the EU/NATO region (jns.org)
  • The move follows the election of Janez Janša as Slovenia’s prime minister, whose administration marks a shift away from his predecessor’s pro‑Palestinian policies (apnews.com)
  • Saar emphasized this as an opportunity to rebuild and deepen bilateral relations, noting support from Slovenia’s new foreign minister to expedite the embassy’s establishment (jns.org)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Israel opening an embassy in Slovenia?
Israel plans to open an embassy in Slovenia to rebuild diplomatic ties following the recent shift to a centre-right government in Ljubljana.
What changes in foreign policy are expected from Slovenia's new government?
Slovenia's centre-right government is expected to shift foreign policy away from the previous government's stance, which recognized Palestine and banned Israel's Prime Minister.
What significance does the new embassy hold for Israel?
Opening an embassy in Slovenia gives Israel a strategic foothold in both the European Union and NATO.
Who announced the embassy plans and on what platform?
Foreign Minister Gideon Saar announced the embassy plans, sharing the news on X (formerly Twitter).
How did the previous Slovenian government approach relations with Israel?
The previous government recognized the Palestinian state and banned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from entering Slovenia.

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