Javier Milei
Javier Milei is the current president of Argentina. Noted for his similarities Donald Trump and Jair Bolsonaro, his policies have been characterized as right-wing libertarian and populist, with a lean towards anarcho-capitalism. He has also advocated for freedom of choice over a variety of issues, such as prostitution, drugs, same-sex marriage, and gun control.
Milei has also been noted for his eccentric personality and even has a superhero persona, General AnCap.
Despite having been raised Catholic, Milei has been vocal about his admiration for Judaism and claims to read the Torah every day and having considered formally converting. He has also advocated for closer ties with Israel and stated his intention to move Argentina's embassy to Jerusalem.
2,000-year-old ‘Freedom of Zion’ coin unearthed in Jerusalem stuns Milei
“The roots of Judaism and Christianity, followed today by billions of people around the world, originate right here — from Jerusalem.”
Ending Israel's isolation: Milei receives Genesis Prize in Jerusalem for historic 'Isaac Accords'
'Bringing back hostages Argentina's top priority': Milei meets with former hostages, family members
Argentina will move embassy to Jerusalem, Milei announces at Israel's Knesset
‘Israel is a lighthouse of freedom’: Argentinian President Milei meets Netanyahu and Herzog
Milei reaffirmed Argentina’s “unwavering commitment” to Israel and described the partnership as grounded in shared democratic values.
Milei in Jerusalem: A diplomatic lifeline amid growing isolation - analysis
Milei’s visit offers Israel a rare diplomatic respite—a moment of warmth and alignment in an otherwise chilly international climate.
The king and the rabbi: How Milei’s spiritual quest made him Israel’s strongest ally - comment
“What I saw in Judaism,” Milei explained after a visit to the Western Wall last year, “was the constant search for truth and spirituality, an endless journey of growth.”
Netanyahu: Significant progress on Gaza hostage deal, too soon to give people hope
The Hostage Families Forum responded to Netanyahu's remarks, where they urged the prime minister to reach a deal to free their loved ones.
Grapevine, June 8, 2025: Havens for strange bedfellows
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Editor's Notes: Could the Abraham Accords get a Latin twist? Argentina's amb. says yes
“Our two countries aren’t merely partners. We’re brothers who share the same values of liberty and democracy,” the Argentinian ambassador said.
Milei to receive $1m. Genesis prize at Knesset for Latin America–Israel outreach - exclusive
The Genesis Prize Foundation (GPF) selected Milei earlier this year for what it called his “unequivocal support” of the Jewish state.
Javier Milei delays Israel visit due to domestic issues, new date unclear
Milei's support for Israel has not wavered, and will travel to Israel as at least one Argentine citizen, Eitan Horn, remains in captivity.
Javier Milei: Israel's unorthodox, eccentric, 'loco' uncle from Argentina - opinion
Javier Milei becoming president of Argentina more than a year ago unexpectedly created for us a Zionist brotherhood front in blue and white.
Milei to open Argentina’s Nazi ratline archives, urged to reveal Holocaust records
A CSW delegation met with the Interior and Defense Ministers, and the Argentinian National Archives director, who offered their cooperation in location documents on the so-called 'ratlines.'
Argentina honors slain Bibas mother and children, declaring two days of national mourning
In Buenos Aires, the Planetarium, the Woman’s Bridge, the Usina del Arte, and the Lezama Palace will be illuminated. The city’s iconic Obelisk changed to illuminate images of Shiri and her two sons.
