Israel Revokes Diplomatic Status for Dutch Representatives in Ramallah
Translated & summarized from JDN by baba
Israel has revoked the diplomatic status of Dutch representatives working in Ramallah in response to a Dutch ban on products from Israeli-controlled territories. The Dutch diplomats have seven days to return their documentation, after which their immunities will expire.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israel revoked diplomatic status for Dutch diplomats in Ramallah.
- The move is a response to a Dutch ban on products from West Bank, East Jerusalem, Golan.
- Dutch diplomats must return documentation within seven days.
- Israel previously removed Dutch from Gaza support center.
- Israel vows further responses to perceived harmful Dutch actions.
Israel has informed the Dutch Embassy in Israel that its diplomats operating in Ramallah must return their Israeli-issued diplomatic documentation within seven days. According to the Foreign Ministry, these documents grant the diplomats immunities and rights that will expire upon the deadline.
The decision by Foreign Minister G Gideon Saar is a direct response to a Dutch order that took effect last week, prohibiting the import and trade of products originating from the West Bank, East Jerusalem, and the Golan Heights. The Israeli Foreign Ministry stated that if the Netherlands wishes to continue representing its interests with the Palestinians, it can do so from within the Palestinian Authority's territories.
This action follows a previous measure taken by Israel against the Dutch representation. Last month, Saar decided to remove the Dutch from the International Support Center for Gaza, located in Kiryat Gat, a decision the Foreign Ministry confirmed has been implemented.
The Foreign Ministry declared that Israel will retaliate against actions it perceives as harmful to its interests. The ministry also criticized the Dutch government, citing what it described as overt antisemitism and incitement in the Netherlands, and asserted that Dutch policy towards Israel contributes to this phenomenon.
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