Maldives reaffirms unconditional entry ban on Israeli passport holders

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has reiterated at a press conference that holders of Israeli passports will not be allowed to enter the Maldives under any circumstances, reaffirming the government's previously announced position.

According to a statement from the President's Office, Muizzu explained that while previous measures sought to ban entry until Israel ended what he described as the genocide that began after October 7, 2023, the current proposed legislation introduces an unconditional entry ban for anyone holding an Israeli passport, regardless of any changes in circumstances, CE Report quotes ANSA.

Referring to Israel's actions against the Palestinian people, which he described as "genocide", President Muizzu also stressed that allowing Israeli passport holders to enter the Maldives would be "unacceptable".

He further noted that the Maldives has consistently maintained this position in international forums and has supported the Palestinian cause through various legal channels.

"This position remains unchanged," he said.

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