Israel’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel visited the African country of Nigeria on Tuesday for talks on strengthening bilateral relations, in the latest Israeli diplomatic outreach to the continent.

The three-day trip marked the latest effort in a growing tug-of-war between supporters and opponents of the Jewish state in Africa. Countries led by South Africa have emerged as outspoken critics of Israel, while others maintain strong ties rooted in shared strategic interests and faith.

“At a time when Israel faces unprecedented security challenges, this dialogue provided an important opportunity to share our perspective on these threats with a nation that also knows the reality of fighting terrorism,” Haskel said. “Together, we can build on this understanding to deepen cooperation fo

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