Netherlands Calls Israeli Diplomat Status Revocation 'Unnecessary,' Considers Response
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
The Netherlands' Foreign Minister expressed regret over Israel's decision to revoke the diplomatic status of Dutch diplomats in Ramallah, deeming it "unnecessary." This action by Israel followed a new Dutch directive banning imports from West Bank settlements and other disputed territories.
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- Netherlands calls Israel's revocation of diplomat status 'unnecessary.'
- Dutch Foreign Minister is considering a response to Israel's action.
- Israel's move followed a Dutch ban on goods from settlements.
- Dutch policy aims to avoid contributing to settlement illegality.
The Dutch Foreign Minister, Tom de Bruijn, expressed regret over Israel's decision to revoke the diplomatic status of Dutch diplomats in Ramallah, calling the move "unnecessary" and stating that Amsterdam is considering its response. Israel's decision followed the implementation of a Dutch directive prohibiting the import and trade of goods from the West Bank, East Jerusalem, and the Golan Heights. Reports also indicated that Israeli travelers passing through Schiphol Airport faced stringent checks to ensure they were not carrying products from the West Bank.
De Bruijn asserted that the "temporary sanctions are not directed against Israel but stem from the commitment not to contribute to the illegal situation of the settlements." He emphasized that the Dutch policy is aimed at preventing contributions to the illegality of settlements, not at targeting Israel itself.
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