Israeli tourists are again awaited in a picturesque European country

Slovenia is changing its foreign policy course after the return to power of Prime Minister Janez Janša. Israel will open a full embassy in Ljubljana in September 2026, with Ruth Cohen-Dar appointed as the first ambassador. The country also attracts tourists with a high level of security, ranking fourth in the Global Peace Index 2026.

Slovenia is confidently shifting its foreign policy course after the return to power of Prime Minister Janez Janša. The previous government of Robert Golob recognized Palestine in the spring of 2024 and adhered to anti-Israel rhetoric. The new leadership is reviewing this course. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar announced the opening of a full embassy in Slovenia starting September 2026. Ruth Cohen-Dar has been appointed as the first ambassador. Beyond political rapprochement, Slovenia attracts tourists with a high level of security: the country ranked fourth in the Global Peace Index 2026. In 2025, Slovenia hosted about seven million guests, registering over 17.8 million overnight stays, a 6% increase from the previous year. Authorities emphasize quality tourism, avoiding overcrowding of popular destinations. The opening of the embassy aims to strengthen cooperation in trade, tourism, and cybersecurity.