Relations between Israel and Venezuela were traditionally strong but soured radically under the presidency of Hugo Chavez, who established close ties with Iran.

As the UN Human Rights Council met for its annual round of Israel bashing, the Jewish State lashed out at the group’s hypocrisy.

How can countries that commit some of the worst human rights violations in the world sit as members of the United Nations Human Rights Council?

The PA is sending aid to Venezuela, in order to win media exposure, while ignoring the plight of its own people.

Jews from Venezuela have found a safe and secure home in Israel.

Israel’s ambassador criticized the election of Venezuela, a dictatorship and ally of Iran, to the UN Human Rights Council. The UNHRC unfairly condemns Israel in nearly 40% of its country-specific resolutions.