The International Diplomacy Initiative - Reichman University

Yesterday, 26.7, the International Diplomacy Initiative, in collaboration with CIMEA, hosted an international webinar marking the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.
We had the privilege of hearing from Prof. Eytan Gilboa, a leading expert on U.S.–Israel relations, who delivered a sharp analysis on the evolving dynamics between Washington and Jerusalem, the regional threat posed by Iran, and key trends shaping what’s to come in the Middle East.
A big thank you to Prof. Gilboa for his insightful analysis, and to all the participants from around the globe who joined us and contributed to a dynamic Q&A session!
Stay tuned for details on our upcoming international forums and webinars! 🌍✨

We are thrilled to announce our upcoming joint speaker session in collaboration with CIMEA! 🤝🌐

Join us for an insightful webinar featuring Professor Eytan Gilboa - Professor and Director of the Center for International Communication at Bar-Ilan University, Senior Research Associate at the BESA Center for Strategic Studies, and Chair of the Israel Communication Association.

As a leading expert with numerous publications on public diplomacy, international communication, and U.S. Middle East policy, Professor Gilboa will be sharing invaluable insights you won’t want to miss.

📅 Date: July 26th

⏰ Time: 20:00-21:15

📍 Location: Zoom
We look forward to seeing everyone during this session! Please sign up here: https://lnkd.in/e6Na_C-N

On Monday, 15 June 2026, the IDI Reichman Diplomacy Club had the honor of meeting with H.E. Michael Mann, Ambassador of the European Union to Israel, at the EU Embassy.

The discussion focused on the European Union’s role in today’s geopolitical landscape, EU–Israel relations, and the challenges and opportunities facing European diplomacy. Members had the opportunity to engage directly with Ambassador Mann, ask questions, and gain firsthand insights into the work of the EU’s diplomatic mission.

We are grateful to Ambassador Michael Mann and the European Union Delegation to Israel for hosting us and for an enriching exchange of ideas.

On Thursday, 14 May 2026, members of the IDI Reichman Diplomacy Club visited the Embassy of Japan in Tel Aviv for a special meeting with Yoshi Higuchi, Media and Culture Attaché, alongside other diplomats from the Embassy.

During the visit, our members had the opportunity to explore Japan’s approach to public diplomacy, cultural exchange, and its relationship with Israel. The conversation offered a fascinating look into the role of culture, media, and diplomacy in strengthening international ties.

We thank Mr. Higuchi and the Embassy of Japan team for hosting us and for an insightful and welcoming discussion.

On Thursday, 30 April 2026, the IDI Reichman Diplomacy Club had the privilege of visiting the Embassy of Sri Lanka, where we met with Deputy Ambassador Raveen Ubeysekera.

The visit offered participants a valuable opportunity to learn more about Sri Lanka’s foreign policy, diplomatic priorities, and its relationship with Israel. We thank Deputy Ambassador Ubeysekera for sharing his insights during an engaging and thought-provoking discussion.

On January 13th IDI Huji students had the honor of meeting with Mr. Jonathan Kessler at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem

The meeting provided our students with a valuable opportunity to engage in a thoughtful and meaningful discussion on tghe changing political landscape in the US and it’s relations Israel and the Jewish community at large, gaining firsthand insights into unique roles and challenges of his field.

We thank Mr. Kessler for the warm welcome and for the enriching dialogue with our students.

On 08.1.26 IDI Reichman students had the honor of meeting with the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany ,Amb.Steffen Seibert at the Reichman University Campus.

The meeting provided our students with a valuable opportunity to engage in a thoughtful and meaningful discussion on Germany’s involvement in the region and Germany’s stance on a variety of topics while gaining firsthand insights into Israeli-Germany relations.

We thank Amb.Steffen Seibert for the warm welcome and for the enriching dialogue with our student.

On December 28th IDI JLM students had the honor of meeting with Mr. Rotem Orag at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem

The meeting provided our students with a valuable opportunity to engage in a thoughtful and meaningful discussion on American politics and it’s relations with Israel and gaining firsthand insights into unique roles and challenges of his field.

We thank Mr. Rotem Orag for the warm welcome and for the enriching dialogue with our students.

On 8.1.2026 IDI Reichman students had the honor of meeting with the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany ,Amb.Steffen Seibert at the Reichman University Campus.

The meeting provided our students with a valuable opportunity to engage in a thoughtful and meaningful discussion on Germany’s involvement in the region and Germany’s stance on a variety of topics while gaining firsthand insights into Israeli-German relations.

We thank H.E Steffen Seibert for the warm welcome and for the enriching dialogue with our student.

On 27.11.25 IDI Reichman students had the honor of meeting with the Ambassador of the Republic of Estonia,H.E Andres Vosman at the Reichman University Campus.

The meeting provided our students with a valuable opportunity to engage in a thoughtful and meaningful discussion on Estonia’s involvement in the region and Estonians stance on a variety of topics while gaining firsthand insights into Israeli-Estonian relations.

We thank H.E Andres Vosman for the warm welcome and for the enriching dialogue with our student.