Maldives Blocks Israeli Travelers Over Ongoing Gaza Hostilities
Maldives to bar Israelis over Gaza conflict
The Maldives has decided to refuse entry to persons with Israeli passports, citing tensions in Gaza and criticism of the actions of the Israeli authorities. This move is in line with the Maldives’ solidarity position with the Palestinian people.
Decision Making of Parliament and Perception of the People
The current ban of Israeli passport holders was suggested by the Maldives Parliament’s Foreign Relations Committee. This decision was reached after much debate and other resolutions concerning the Israeli attacks in Palestine focusing on the plight of refugees and deaths in Gaza. This decision of the committee complies with the public opinion and sympathy with Palestinians, and also has many supporters in the Maldivian parliament and society (Maldives Republic) (Radiance News).
Political and Social Context
The focus on human rights and the international solidarity can also be seen in the Maldives’ recent foreign policy decision making. This petition was signed by over a thousand people and supported by the Rights Movement organization; it proves the existence of the strong concern with the Palestinian issue among the people of the Maldives. The approval which went through the parliamentary committee had a unanimous recommendation in relation to the issue (Maldives Republic) (Radiance News).
Implications and Responses
This ban could also have large diplomatic consequences, including in the area of tourism, and the relations between Maldives and Israel. However, the government of Maldives and its allies continue to justify this action claiming that it is a precautionary measure due to aggression which has been displayed by Israel in Gaza. The decision was reported in international press, which indicates that it is a global topic.
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