Isaac Herzog is the President of Israel since 2021. Known for his ceremonial diplomatic role and cross-party reputation as a consensus-building figure in Israeli public life. Recently, Herzog has navigated the politically sensitive matter of a pardon request from PM Netanyahu and responded to direct military threats from Iran. Last updated Jul 4th, 2026
An IAF helicopter carrying President Isaac Herzog made an emergency landing at Palmachim Airbase after striking a flock of birds mid-flight. No injuries or damage reported. Herzog was en route from a memorial ceremony at Mount Herzl to a shiva in northern Israel. He transferred to a second helicopter and continued as planned, the IDF says. The incident is under investigation.
UAE may be moving toward formal recognition of Somaliland, according to Emirati social media figures hinting at a significant step. Somaliland marks its national day tomorrow, and its first ambassador to Israel will present credentials to President Herzog in Jerusalem. Sources in Hargeisa say relations with the UAE are strong, but timing is up to Abu Dhabi.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog will no longer travel to New York next week after canceling the trip, with his office citing "circumstances preventing the visit at this time," according to Ynet.
Herzog on the Netanyahu pardon: "The right way is to come to an understanding. As soon as one side says that it is ready to come to the room, I also expect the other side to do the same."
