Maldives to Ban Israelis from Entering Amid Gaza Conflict

The Maldives has decided to ban Israeli passport holders from entering the country amidst the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.

This announcement was made by the presidential office in a press release, stating that Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu resolved to implement the ban following a recommendation from the cabinet.

The country's laws will be amended accordingly, and a cabinet subcommittee will be established to oversee the efforts.

The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs has advised Israeli citizens to avoid traveling to the Maldives and recommended that Israelis currently in the country consider leaving, citing potential difficulties in providing assistance if they encounter distress.

President Muizzu also announced the appointment of a special envoy to assess Palestinian needs and the establishment of a fundraiser to support Palestinians through UNRWA.

Additionally, he plans to conduct a nationwide rally under the slogan "Falastheenaa Eku Dhivehin" ("Maldivians in Solidarity with Palestine").

This decision follows the president's condemnation of an Israeli airstrike on a displaced camp in Rafah, which resulted in significant casualties.