Unique Crypto Strategies
  • Business
  • Politics
  • Investing
  • World
  • Business
  • Politics
  • Investing
  • World

Unique Crypto Strategies

World

Maldives bans Israeli passport holders in protest against Gaza war

by April 16, 2025
April 16, 2025
Maldives bans Israeli passport holders in protest against Gaza war

The Maldives has banned Israeli passport holders from entering its territory, the president’s office said on Wednesday, accusing Israel of committing genocide against Palestinians in the Gaza war, an allegation Israel has repeatedly denied.

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu ratified an amendment to the country’s immigration law after it was passed by parliament on Tuesday, a statement from his office said.

The amendment introduces a new provision to the Immigration Act, expressly prohibiting the entry of visitors with Israeli passports into the Maldives, it added.

“The ratification reflects the government’s firm stance in response to the continuing atrocities and ongoing acts of genocide committed by Israel against the Palestinian people,” the statement said.

The Israeli foreign ministry and the country’s consular office in Colombo did not respond to requests for comment.

Israel has consistently rejected any accusation of genocide, saying it has respected international law and has a right to defend itself after the cross-border Hamas attack from Gaza on Oct. 7, 2023 that prompted the war.

South Africa has brought a case against it at the UN’s International Court of Justice and Amnesty International accused it of committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza in a report last December, charges it has denied.

Maldives’ Muizzu initially made the call to ban Israeli passport holders in June 2024 after a cabinet recommendation, which prompted the Israeli foreign ministry to recommend that its citizens avoid the archipelago famous for its pristine beaches and plush resorts.

Tourism is a major driver of the Maldives economy, accounting for about 21% of its GDP and earning $5.6 billion in 2024, according to government data. The island nation is expecting earnings of about $5 billion this year.

This post appeared first on cnn.com
0
FacebookTwitterGoogle +Pinterest
previous post
Blue Lagoon Announces Final Tranche Of Private Placement
next post
Third top Pentagon aide Colin Carroll on administrative leave over leaks probe

You may also like

Israel announces names of three hostages set for...

Sexual assault trial of French actor Gérard Depardieu...

Stockpile nappies, medication, baby food: NATO members Sweden...

Israeli soldiers reveal systematic destruction of Palestinian property...

Why is Saudi Arabia hosting talks to end...

Catherine, Princess of Wales smiles in new woodland...

‘A moral stain’: Former UK prime minister, Global...

Brazilian police arrest 2 people over alleged plot...

First batch of Hong Kong democrats freed after...

Russian man rescued alive after almost 10 weeks...

    Get free access to all of the retirement secrets and income strategies from our experts! or Join The Exclusive Subscription Today And Get the Premium Articles Acess for Free


    By opting in you agree to receive emails from us and our affiliates. Your information is secure and your privacy is protected.

    Latest

    • Sycamore Gap: Two men convicted of felling one of UK’s most famous...

    • Putin, Xi and friendly world leaders celebrate Russia’s Victory Day at Moscow Parade

    • Ellen Miles is planting seeds of hope through guerrilla gardening

    • US Policy Momentum, Clinical Progress Fueling Psychedelics Market in 2025

    • China has spent billions developing military tech. Conflict between India and Pakistan could be its first major test

    Categories

    • Business (439)
    • Investing (2,068)
    • Politics (3,419)
    • Uncategorized (1)
    • World (2,184)
    • About us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms & Conditions

    Disclaimer: uniquecryptostrategies.com, its managers, its employees, and assigns (collectively “The Company”) do not make any guarantee or warranty about what is advertised above. Information provided by this website is for research purposes only and should not be considered as personalized financial advice. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendation. Any investments recommended here should be taken into consideration only after consulting with your investment advisor and after reviewing the prospectus or financial statements of the company.

    Copyright © 2024 uniquecryptostrategies.com | All Rights Reserved


    Back To Top