Ofir Akunis
Ofir Akunis is the Consul General of Israel in New York, known for his role in diplomatic relations and advocacy for Israel's interests abroad. In recent news, he commented on the Trump administration's approach to Hamas, emphasizing the shift in pressure from Israel to Hamas and expressing hope for the safe return of hostages.
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Akunis, the Israeli consul general in New York, spoke about Israel's support in the US.
"ממדאני" עם דגל, גמל בלב ניו יורק: עשרות אלפים הגיעו למצעד ישראל
Israel· 2026-05-31
Ofir Akunis claimed that Mamdani posed a danger to the Jewish community in New York.
Son dakika... Zohran Mamdani New York'un ilk Müslüman belediye başkanı
Turkey· 2025-11-05
Akunis met with the Yesha Council delegation before their meeting with Netanyahu.
"לא נסכים למעורבות הרשות או קטאר ברצועה"Israel· 2025-09-29
Ofir Akunis was acknowledged by Netanyahu for his role as the Consul General of New York.
רה"מ נתניהו עונה למבקרים? "שרה כותבת לי את הנאומים ומחליטה הכול"Israel· 2025-09-27
Akunis echoed similar sentiments regarding Hamas's pressure and the need for a complete surrender.
המסר שחוזר שוב ושוב מכיוון נתניהו ושרי הממשלהIsrael· 2025-08-18Ofir Akunis commented on the dire situation of Aviatar David, stating he is starving due to a terrorist organization.
בכירים בסביבת נתניהו: "הפור נפל, הולכים לכיבוש מלא. אם זה לא מתאים לרמטכ"לIsrael· 2025-08-04
Ofir Akunis addressed the Colorado attack, warning against incitement funded by Qatar.
"תוצאה ישירה של עלילות הדם"Israel· 2025-06-02
Ofir Akunis stated that the attack is a direct result of severe incitement and unprecedented riots by terrorist organizations on campuses in the U.S.
טראמפ: "הפיגוע בוושינגטון - נורא. רצח על רקע אנטישמי חייב להיפסק עכשיו!"Israel· 2025-05-22
Ofir Akunis, the Israeli Consul General in New York, expressed joy over Idan's release.
כך הגיבו בשכונה שבה גדל בניו ג'רזיIsrael· 2025-05-12
Ofir Akunis is an Israeli politician who spoke at an event in New York.
שרד את הנובה והקים מסעדה דרוזית באזור הכי חם בניו יורק: "ניצחון על הטרור"Israel· 2025-03-28
Ofir Akunis is Israel’s consul general in New York who commented on the US-Hamas talks.
Hamas says Trump’s threats encourage Israel to back out of Gaza ceasefire | Israel-Gaza war
United Kingdom· 2025-03-06
Ofir Akunis, Israel’s consul general in New York, stated that Trump is putting Hamas under pressure.
Trump issues ‘last warning’ to Hamas to release all hostages, as US holds direct talks with Hamas
United States· 2025-03-06
Ofir Akunis commented on the Trump administration's approach to Hamas.
וויטקוף דוחה ביקור בישראל בצל המגעים מול חמאסIsrael· 2025-03-05
