Tzipi Livni

ModernPoliticianIsrael1958 — ?

Israeli foreign minister and peace negotiator.

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Quick Facts

Born

1958

Country

Israel

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)41

Political (20%)45

Influence (20%)53

Legacy (20%)42

Leadership (15%)66

Strategy (15%)43

Total Score48.8

Tzipi Livni — Complete Timeline

2006 AD

Appointed Minister of Foreign AffairsPolitical Action◆ Major

Livni was appointed Foreign Minister under Prime Minister Ehud Olmert. She led Israel's diplomatic efforts, including peace negotiations with the Palestinian Authority and relations with the international community.

Foreign AffairsDiplomacyIsrael

Impact: globalconstructive

2007 AD

Led Peace Negotiations with PalestiniansPolitical Action◆ Major

Livni led the Israeli negotiating team in peace talks with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, focusing on a two-state solution. The talks continued until 2008 but did not produce a final agreement.

Peace ProcessTwo-State SolutionPalestinians

Impact: regionalconstructive

2008 AD

Became Leader of Kadima PartyPolitical Action◆ Major

Livni won the Kadima party leadership election, succeeding Ehud Olmert. She was tasked with forming a coalition government but failed, leading to early elections in 2009.

KadimaParty LeadershipCoalition

Impact: national

2013 AD

Served as Minister of JusticePolitical Action◆ Major

Livni served as Minister of Justice and lead negotiator in the 2013-2014 peace talks brokered by US Secretary of State John Kerry. The talks collapsed in April 2014.

JusticePeace TalksUS Mediation

Impact: regionalconstructive