Israel’s support for Argentina shouldn’t be a surprise

Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar recently drew attention for a tweet mocking England's World Cup defeat, stating, "It's coming home to Argentina. Vamos Argentina!" While Sa'ar's Argentine heritage may play a role, the article suggests his comments reflect a growing diplomatic strain between Israel and Britain. This shift is attributed to Britain's perceived leftward political movement and what the article describes as a move from "critical acquaintance" to a more hostile stance towards Israel. Examples cited include the partial suspension of arms sales, banning Israeli politicians, and proposed crackdowns on commercial activities with Israeli organizations in the West Bank and East Jerusalem. The article concludes that after "constant provocation," Israel's patience with Britain has worn thin, and the football banter is a relatively mild form of retaliation.