Gad Yaacobi

Israeli Diplomat, UN Ambassador

Gad Yaacobi - Israeli Diplomat, UN Ambassador
Born

January 18th, 1935
90 years ago

Died

2007
18 years ago — 72 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Israel

Links & References

An academic and diplomat, served as the 10th Israeli Ambassador to the United Nations. Contributed to various international discussions regarding Israel's position on global issues. Held significant roles in both academic circles and governmental frameworks, bridging knowledge and diplomacy.

Served as the 10th Israeli Ambassador to the UN

Contributed to international dialogues on Israeli policies

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