Israel joined the United Nations on 11 May 1949. Since that time, 15 permanent representatives have served as Israel’s Ambassador to the United Nations. Former ambassadors –– and their years of service –– are listed below.
Abba Eban (1949-1959)
Gideon Rafael (1967-1968)
Yosef Tekoa (1968-1975)
Chaim Herzog (1975-1978)
Yehuda Blum (1978-1984)
Yoram Aridor (1990-1992)
