Every time I meet an ambassador, I bring to the a table a…
“Every time I meet an ambassador, I bring to the a table a list of NGOs I think are acting against Israel, promoting the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) or denouncing our soldiers. I ask from them to stop contributing to these specific NGOs. But, unfortunately, it does not help. I do not want countries that are friends of ours to contribute to such organizations.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker lists NGOs opposing Israel and urges ambassadors to pressure them, but finds the effort ineffective.
In simple terms: She tries to stop support for anti‑Israel NGOs, but it doesn’t work.
Recognize limits of diplomatic pressure.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government negotiations
- NGO advocacy
- public statements
- policy lobbying
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one influence foreign NGOs without overstepping?
- What alternative strategies could reduce BDS impact?
Diplomatic appeals may clash with sovereign decisions and free‑speech concerns.