Israeli President Isaac Herzog arrived in Ethiopia today for an official visit. He met with President Taye Atske Sillasie and Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed. Herzog also visited the Adwa Victory Monument.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog arrived in Ethiopia on Yekatit 18, 2018 E.C. (February 25, 2026 G.C.) for an official visit. In Addis Ababa, he met with Ethiopian President Taye Atske Sillasie. During the meeting, they discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations between Ethiopia and Israel. They focused on the historical and cultural ties between the two countries. The Beta-Israel community was described as a living bridge connecting the peoples of both nations.
Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed also met with Herzog. The Prime Minister welcomed him warmly for the official visit. In their discussion, they examined avenues to enhance cooperation in various fields, aligning with mutual interests to advance their partnership.
Additionally, Herzog visited the Adwa Victory Monument. Addis Ababa Mayor Adanech Abaye welcomed him and, in a social media post, explained the history of the Adwa victory and the martyrs who sacrificed for national sovereignty. President Herzog commemorated those who fell at Adwa. He expressed hope that his stay in historical Ethiopia and modern Addis Ababa would be pleasant, speaking on behalf of himself and the city's administration.
