The Embassy Press Office serves as a resource for editors, journalists, and broadcasters to receive information and official statements on issues relating to Israel, notably in the areas of politics, economics, culture, and energy.

In addition to its daily communications with local, national, and international media, the Press Office distributes press releases, updates, and statements on key developments. The department arranges interviews and briefings for members of the media with the ambassador, the embassy spokesman, and other Israeli diplomats. The department coordinates Israeli government officials' visits and develops the media components.

The department is happy to provide members of the press traveling on assignment to Israel with written and visual information and help to arrange meetings and interviews (Press Accreditation Information).

The Press Office also communicates with the journalists and the general public via Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.

For further information please send an e-mail to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call the Press Office at: 202-364-5538.

Spokesperson
Lior Weintraub

A former journalist, Lior Weintraub joined the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 2005. He initially served two years in India as the Spokesperson for the Embassy in New Delhi. Currently, Mr. Weintraub is also acting Chief of Staff to the Ambassador of Israel to the United States. (Full bio)