Bangladesh and the Maldives have separately implemented new anti-Israel passport rules, with the latter saying the move is to show “resolute solidarity” with Palestinians.
The pair, both of whose populations are more than 90 per cent Muslim, have a long history of pro-Palestinian advocacy, with neither recognising Israel as a legitimate state.
The Maldives has barred all Israeli passports from entering its borders after the new policy was approved by its parliament earlier today.
It was swiftly signed into law by President Mohamed Muizzu, whose office said it was intended to reiterate its condemnation of what it describes as Israel’s “ongoing atrocities” against the Palestinian people.
