President Javier Milei stated on Sunday that the collaborative military efforts of the US and Israel against Iran represented the “right thing to do,” capturing attention during his visit to the Middle East. Milei, greeted with enthusiasm by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, also unveiled a new multilateral agreement, referred to as the “Isaac Accords,” designed to strengthen bilateral relations between Israel and Latin American nations. During his third visit to Israel as President, Milei reiterated Argentina’s backing for the initiative against Iran, referencing his administration’s prior determination to classify the Islamic Republic’s Revolutionary Guards and the Quds Force as “terrorist organisations.” Earlier this month, the government took the step of expelling Iran’s chargé d’affaires in Buenos Aires, Mohsen Soltani Tehrani, following a statement from the Iranian Foreign Ministry that included what it described as “false, offensive and inappropriate accusations.” Milei said in a joint statement with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “We expressed our firm support for the United States and Israel in their war against terrorism and against the Iranian regime, not only because it is the right thing to do, but because our countries are brothers in suffering.” Argentina suffered from cowardly terrorist attacks on the AMIA and the Embassy of Israel, both instigated by the Islamic Republic of Iran,” he added. Argentina has leveled accusations against Iran for its lack of cooperation in the investigation concerning the 1994 bombing of the AMIA Jewish community center in Buenos Aires, an attack that resulted in 85 fatalities and over 300 injuries.
In 1992, an explosion at the Israeli Embassy in Buenos Aires resulted in 29 fatalities and 200 injuries. Argentine courts have attributed both attacks to Iran, which has consistently denied any involvement and has declined to extradite suspects. Both attacks remain officially unsolved, although efforts to prosecute suspects in absentia continue. “To this day, we still demand justice,” stated the leader of La Libertad Avanza, who is a vocal advocate for both Netanyahu and former US President Donald Trump. We reaffirm our readiness to relocate the Argentine embassy to Jerusalem when circumstances permit. “We consider it necessary, but above all, just,” he added. The leaders stated in their joint statement that the US-backed Isaac accords reflect the Abraham Accords, the 2020 agreement through which several Arab nations established normalized relations with Israel during Trump’s initial term. “Today we present the Isaac Accords, an initiative that seeks to extend that same spirit to Latin America,” stated a release from the Presidency of Argentina. The initiative unites “the descendants of Isaac and nations of the Judeo-Christian tradition, in defence of freedom and democracy, and in the fight against terrorism, anti-Semitism, and drug-trafficking.” The accords represented “a new strategic framework,” aimed at enhancing diplomatic, commercial, cultural, and strategic relations with Israel. Israeli media reported the inclusion of a series of strategic deals concerning security and artificial intelligence. Participants in the agreement will collaborate to counter “Iran’s attempts to expand its terrorist networks and operational presence across the Western Hemisphere,” the statement indicated. “The initiative also seeks to foster coordination and alignment in international forums and to promote a framework to expand cooperation in innovation, technology, trade, and economic openness,” it stated.
In succinct comments during the signing ceremony, as reported, Milei stated that “Israel is now a leading technological power, and Argentina has the human capital and regulatory freedom to become the world’s next AI centre.” We will create collaborative models, educate specialists, and engage collectively in global platforms where the trajectory of this technological revolution is established. Netanyahu expressed at the ceremony his “great hope” that additional Latin American nations would similarly endorse the accords. “It begins with the two of us and the unwavering support from the US for free societies,” he stated. US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee also attended the ceremony and characterized Milei and Netanyahu as “two of President Trump’s greatest friends.” There are likely no two world leaders on the globe with whom our president shares greater respect and a more personal relationship,” he added. Israel and Argentina have formalized an agreement to initiate direct flights between Buenos Aires and Tel Aviv starting in November. This initiative, as stated by Milei, is expected to solidify “an unbreakable bond” between the two nations. Netanyahu praised Milei for demonstrating “moral clarity” in his support for Israel.
President Milei has demonstrated his support for the Jewish community by opposing anti-Semitic attacks, responding to our critical moments, and engaging in the struggle of civilization against barbarism, as articulated by Netanyahu. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar characterized Milei on X as “one of the boldest leaders of our age.” The leader of La Libertad Avanza is scheduled to meet with Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Monday. Milei is set to be awarded the ‘Presidential Medal of Honour,’ which is Israel’s highest civilian accolade, in acknowledgment of his “unconditional support” for the nation. Argentina hosts the most substantial Jewish community in Latin America, with a population approaching 300,000, predominantly residing in Buenos Aires. Milei and Netanyahu have also revealed plans for the establishment of direct flights between their respective countries. Preliminary arrangements anticipate that a new route connecting Tel Aviv and Buenos Aires will commence operations in December. On Sunday, Milei made a visit to the Western Wall in Jerusalem’s Old City, recognized as the most sacred site for Jewish prayer. He had additionally made visits to the site in February 2024 and June 2025.