Press Releases
Japan-Israel Foreign Ministers’ Telephone Meeting
March 6, 2026
On March 6, commencing at 6:00 p.m. for approximately 20 minutes, Mr. MOTEGI Toshimitsu, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, held a telephone meeting with H.E. Mr. Gideon SA’AR, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Israel. The overview of the talk is as follows:
- At the outset, Minister MOTEGI clearly reiterated Japan's position as stated in the Foreign Minister's statement on March 1, 2026 and also explained his meetings with regional countries. He then conveyed Japan's grave concern that the exchange of attacks continues and the regional situation is deteriorating, and stated that he strongly hopes early de-escalation of the situation. Furthermore, Minister Motegi requested to ensure the safety of Japanese nationals in the region and to provide support for their departure. .
- In response, Minister Sa'ar explained Israel's position, and stated that Israel would cooperate in securing the safety and support departure of Japanese nationals.
- Both ministers concurred on continuing close communication between Japan and Israel.