Maldives Bans Israeli Passport Holders From Entering Tourist Hotspot Over Ongoing War

Published on June 4, 2024

The Maldives will bar Israeli passport holders from entering the country as public anger in the predominantly Muslim nation rises over the war in Gaza. In a statement on June 2, the office of President Mohamed Muizu said the cabinet has decided to amend existing laws to prevent Israelis from entering the tourist hotspot. A cabinet subcommittee will be established to oversee these efforts. Mr. Muizu’s office added that it will also appoint a special envoy to assess Palestinian needs and set up a fundraising campaign. The fundraiser will be launched with the help of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) to conduct a nationwide rally under the slogan “Maldivians in Solidarity with Palestine,” the president said....

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