MALDIVES, Sunday, June 2, 2024 (WAFA) – The Maldives Government’s Press Office said in a press release today that Maldivian President, Mohamed Muizzu - following a recommendation from the Cabinet - has resolved to impose a ban on Israeli passports.

Maldives’ Minister of Homeland Security and Technology, Ali Ihsaan, announced the decision at a news conference held at the President's Office this afternoon.

The Cabinet decision included amending necessary laws to prevent Israeli passport holders from entering the Maldives and establishing a Cabinet subcommittee to oversee these efforts.

Additionally, in the case of Palestine and Israel, the President decided to appoint a special envoy to assess Palestinian needs, read the Press release.

Maldives’ President further decided to set up a fundraising campaign to assist the Palestinian people, with the help of the UN Relief Agency (UNRWA), to conduct a nationwide rally under the slogan "Falastheenaa Eku Dhivehin," which translates to "Maldivians in Solidarity with Palestine" to show support, reported the release.

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