Author: By TOVA HERZL

Every language has its idioms, like “look before you leap,” and this advice holds especially true for diplomats. Israel’s top diplomat, Foreign Minister Israel Katz, navigates increasing tension between Israel and other countries with tact and wisdom. When diplomatic relations become strained, there are various ways countries can express their displeasure, from severing ties to lowering the level of relations. For example, when the Soviet Union cut ties with Israel after the Six Day War, Israel was represented by Holland in Moscow until relations thawed. In extreme cases, ambassadors may be summoned for reprimand, or called home for consultations as…