Pollard, an American-born Israeli former intelligence analyst, served 30 years in the U.S. for spying for Israel; current relevance tied to his advocacy and resurfacing political ties.
Chile has moved to restore ties with Israel after recalling its ambassador amid criticism of Israel’s actions in Gaza. The talks with President Herzog highlight a new drive for cooperation across agriculture, health, AI, and security, signaling a reorientation of bilateral relations under Chile’s new administration. The Times of Israel notes Kast’s government is pursuing closer engagement despite domestic scrutiny.