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Danny Danon to replace Gilad Erdan as Israel's ambassador to the UN

Transitioning leadership: Danon's appointment and Erdan's departure from the UN diplomatic arena

Danny Danon, Jerusalem, September 13, 2023 (Photo by Noam Revkin Fenton/FLASH90)

As reported by Israel National News, Israel's current ambassador to the United Nations, Gilad Erdan, is preparing to conclude his service this summer and return to Israel in August. All eyes now turn to his successor, Likud MK Danny Danon.

While Erdan's tenure has been marked by staunch advocacy and unwavering commitment to Israel's interests on the global stage, the transition to Danon signals a potential shift in diplomatic strategy.

Danon, a former ambassador to the UN, is perceived within Prime Minister Netanyahu's circles as a potential maverick. Concerns loom over his alignment with a bloc of influential figures, including Yoav Gallant, Yuli Edelstein, and Eli Dallal, who may seek to reshape the political landscape in the current Knesset. Netanyahu's camp is keen to preempt any disruptions to the government's stability, viewing Danon's appointment as a strategic maneuver to maintain control.

In a statement released by the Prime Minister's Office, Erdan's impending departure was confirmed after four years of dedicated service, during which he also held the position of Israel's ambassador to the USA for a year. Despite being offered the opportunity to continue in his role as ambassador to the USA, Erdan opted to return to Israel due to familial obligations, with two of his children set to enlist in the IDF in the coming year.

Prime Minister Netanyahu expressed gratitude for Erdan's steadfast leadership and unwavering resolve in the face of formidable challenges at the UN. Erdan's tenure has been characterized by his unwavering commitment to advancing Israel's interests and confronting anti-Israel bias on the international stage. As Erdan prepares to pass the baton to his successor, his legacy of resilience and diplomacy serves as a testament to Israel's unwavering determination to secure its rightful place among the nations of the world.

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