President Javier Milei reaffirmed his support for Israel in an interview with Canal 14, hours before starting his trip for the country's Independence Day. He stated that he defends its cause because it is just and sees no conflict between his personal feelings and his duty as head of state. He will be the first foreign leader to light a torch at the central ceremony.
Javier Milei, Argentina's president, gave an interview to the Israeli channel Canal 14 this Thursday, shortly before departing for Israel. In it, he emphasized: "I always say: I defend the cause of Israel and the Jewish people because it is a just cause." He added that, as head of state, he has the responsibility to align his vision in defense of the Jewish people.
Milei insisted there is no contradiction between his personal feelings and his institutional role. "I have no conflict between what I feel and what I believe is correct, and that is why I defend Israel's cause with the strength I do," he clarified. He expressed satisfaction with the invitation to the Independence Day events, from April 19 to 22.
During the tour, his 38th trip abroad since taking office, Milei will take part in symbolic events. He will be awarded the Presidential Medal of Honor by President Isaac Herzog and light a torch at the main ceremony, a historic event according to local press.
The government is considering gestures such as moving Argentina's embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, though it is not confirmed. There is speculation about Donald Trump's presence at the celebrations, amid a ceasefire with Lebanon.
