In a resolute stance against the escalating violence in Palestine, the Maldives Parliament has passed an emergency motion calling for Israeli troops to cease their incursion into Rafah. The motion was tabled by Ahmed Saleem, Vice-President of Parliament and Member for Hoarafushi Constituency, who highlighted Israel's flagrant disregard for international law and the safety of Palestinian civilians.
MP Saleem underscored the gravity of the situation, emphasizing that Israel's actions pose a significant threat to the lives and livelihoods of thousands of Palestinians residing in poverty-stricken areas. He invoked Rule 170 of the Rules of Procedure of the Parliament of the Republic of Maldives, urging the government to take decisive measures to prevent further aggression by Israeli forces in Rafah.
During the parliamentary debate, members voiced unequivocal condemnation of Israel's atrocities in Palestine, calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities and a robust diplomatic intervention by the Maldives on behalf of the Palestinian people. They emphasized the urgency of advocating for Palestinian rights and ensuring their protection in the face of ongoing aggression.
Following deliberations, the emergency motion garnered widespread support and was accepted by a decisive vote of 22 members.
The passage of the emergency motion signals the Maldives' solidarity with the Palestinian cause and its determination to hold Israel accountable for its actions. It reaffirms the nation's unwavering support for the rights and dignity of the Palestinian people, while also advocating for a peaceful resolution to the longstanding conflict in the region.
MP Saleem underscored the gravity of the situation, emphasizing that Israel's actions pose a significant threat to the lives and livelihoods of thousands of Palestinians residing in poverty-stricken areas. He invoked Rule 170 of the Rules of Procedure of the Parliament of the Republic of Maldives, urging the government to take decisive measures to prevent further aggression by Israeli forces in Rafah.
During the parliamentary debate, members voiced unequivocal condemnation of Israel's atrocities in Palestine, calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities and a robust diplomatic intervention by the Maldives on behalf of the Palestinian people. They emphasized the urgency of advocating for Palestinian rights and ensuring their protection in the face of ongoing aggression.
Following deliberations, the emergency motion garnered widespread support and was accepted by a decisive vote of 22 members.
The passage of the emergency motion signals the Maldives' solidarity with the Palestinian cause and its determination to hold Israel accountable for its actions. It reaffirms the nation's unwavering support for the rights and dignity of the Palestinian people, while also advocating for a peaceful resolution to the longstanding conflict in the region.
