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President Herzog Convenes the ‘President’s Conference for a Shared Israeli Future’ in Jerusalem

On May 13, 2026, President Isaac Herzog convened the President’s Conference for a Shared Israeli Future at the International Convention Center in Jerusalem. The conference featured speakers, panels, and dialogue forums that addressed President Herzog’s vision for rebuilding Israeli society and moving from crisis to repair ahead of Israel’s 80th anniversary.

14.05.2026

President Herzog Concludes Official Visit to Central America

President Isaac Herzog concluded his official visit to Central America after attending the inauguration ceremony of President Laura Fernández Delgado of Costa Rica on Friday and meeting with a series of world leaders in San José.

10.05.2026
President Herzog Begins Official Visit to Costa Rica by Meeting the Local Jewish Community

On May 7, 2026, President Isaac Herzog began the second part of his official visit to Central America in Costa Rica. President Herzog and the First Lady Michal Herzog met with Costa Rican Jewish community leaders at the Centro Israelita Sionista before being welcomed by the students and staff of the Instituto Dr. Jaim Weizman school in San José.

07.05.2026
President Herzog Meets with the Jewish Community of Panama

On May 6, 2026, President Isaac Herzog concluded the first part of his official visit to Central America in Panama with a meeting with the country’s Jewish community. President Herzog continued from Panama to Costa Rica, where he will attend the inauguration of President-elect Laura Fernández Delgado.

06.05.2026
President Herzog Arrives in Panama and Begins his Visit at the Panama Canal

On May 6, 2026, President Isaac Herzog began his official visit to Central America in Panama.

06.05.2026
President Herzog Meets With President Mulino of Panama in Panama City

On May 6, 2026, President Isaac Herzog was welcomed by President José Raúl Mulino of Panama at the Presidential Palace in Panama City.

06.05.2026
President Herzog Meets with Jewish Community Leaders in Kazakhstan

On April 28, 2026, President Isaac Herzog met with leaders and members of the Jewish community from across Kazakhstan and Central Asia at the “Beit Rachel” Synagogue in Astana. Attendees at the meeting included the Chief Rabbi of Kazakhstan, Rabbi Yeshaya Cohen, and the Rabbi of Astana, Rabbi Shmuel Karnauch.

28.04.2026
President Herzog Welcomed by President Tokayev of Kazakhstan in Astana

On Monday, April 27, 2026, President Isaac Herzog landed in Astana, beginning his official visit to Kazakhstan.

27.04.2026
President Herzog Addresses Israel’s 78th Independence Day Celebration in Kazakhstan

On April 27, 2026, President Isaac Herzog addressed an event celebrating Israel's 78th Independence Day hosted by Israel's Ambassador to Kazakhstan, Yoav Bistritsky, during the President's official visit to Kazakhstan. In attendance were the Chairman of the Senate of Kazakhstan, Maulen Ashimbayev, ministers, ambassadors, and members of the diplomatic corps.

27.04.2026
President Herzog Marks Israel’s 78th Independence Day with Ceremony for Outstanding IDF Soldiers

On April 22, 2026, President Isaac Herzog marked Israel’s 78th Independence Day with a ceremony at the President’s Residence in Jerusalem honoring 120 outstanding soldiers from across the Israel Defense Forces. The ceremony began with a flyover by the Israeli Air Force in salute to the outstanding soldiers. A highlight of the ceremony came when former hostage Alon Ohel and Dvir Bublil, a soldier injured in battle on October 7th, performed together on stage in honor of the outstanding soldiers.

22.04.2026
President Herzog Hosts Diplomatic Reception on Israel’s 78th Independence Day

On April 22, 2026, President Isaac Herzog hosted a reception for ambassadors, diplomats, military attachés, and faith leaders in honor of Israel’s 78th Independence Day at the President’s Residence in Jerusalem. The event was attended by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gideon Sa’ar, and ambassadors from around the world. In a moving moment, former hostage Alon Ohel and his brother Ronen performed on stage during the ceremony.

22.04.2026
Israel’s Highest Civilian Honor: President Herzog to Award the “Presidential Medal of Honor” to the President of Argentina Javier Milei During His Visit to Israel

As the State of Israel marks 78 years of independence, President Isaac Herzog will confer the “Presidential Medal of Honor” upon the President of Argentina, Javier Milei, in recognition of his consistent and outspoken commitment to the State of Israel since assuming office in 2023.

13.04.2026
President Herzog Pays Tribute to Fallen IDF Soldiers of the Nahal Brigade

On March 31, 2026, President Isaac Herzog visited IDF soldiers of the “Panther” Battalion prior to the Passover festival. In his address to the soldiers of the battalion, President Herzog paid tribute to the four IDF soldiers of the Nahal Brigade who fell in combat last night in southern Lebanon.

31.03.2026
President Herzog Meets with Former Hostage Bar Kuperstein

On March 29, 2025, President Isaac Herzog and the First Lady Michal Herzog met this morning with former hostage Bar Kuperstein and his family, marking the launch of his new book, "Unbroken." The meeting was also attended by Dov Eichenwald, CEO of Yedioth Books.

29.03.2026
President Herzog Visits Missile Impact Site in Tel Aviv

On March 24, 2026, President Isaac Herzog visited the site of an overnight missile attack on Tel Aviv. President Herzog was accompanied at the scene by the Mayor of Tel Aviv, Ron Huldai. The President then received a briefing at the emergency operations center of the Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality.

24.03.2026
President Herzog Tours Northern Israel

On March 23, 2026, President Isaac Herzog visited the city of Kiryat Shemona and the Galilee area in northern Israel amidst the ongoing campaign against the Hezbollah terror organization in Lebanon.

23.03.2026
President Herzog Visits the Missile Impact Site in Dimona

On March 22, 2026, President Isaac Herzog visited the scene of the overnight missile attack on the city of Dimona in southern Israel.

22.03.2026
President Herzog Visits Missile Impact Site in Arad

On March 22, 2026, President Isaac Herzog visited the scene of the overnight missile attack on the city of Arad in southern Israel.

22.03.2026