In a historic and symbolic gesture, Argentina’s President Javier Milei has been chosen to light a torch at Israel’s official Independence Day ceremony, due to the deepening ties between the two nations.

The annual torch lighting ceremony on Har Herzl is one of Israel’s most iconic annual national events, traditionally reserved for individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the Jewish state and society.

Inviting a foreign leader, particularly a sitting president, to participate is a rare and meaningful move.