Israel's Diplomatic Dilemma at the G20 Summit

As the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro approaches, Israel is intensifying its diplomatic efforts to influence participating nations. Chief diplomat Gideon Saar criticizes the draft final declaration for its perceived bias, demanding explicit recognition of Israel's right to self-defense, the release of hostages from Gaza, and condemnation of groups like Hamas and Hezbollah.

Saar warns that a failure to address these issues could embolden Iran and its allies in the region. With Saudi Arabia as the sole Arab representative at the summit, the stakes for Israel are particularly high, as it seeks to secure international support amid ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon.