Egypt Condemns Israeli Minister's Controversial Remarks on West Bank

Egypt strongly denounces Israeli finance minister Bezalel Smotrich's call for Israeli sovereignty in the West Bank, criticizing his statements as a breach of international law. Egypt asserts that such rhetoric reflects Israel’s disinterest in peace and perpetuates regional conflict, as noted by the Egyptian foreign ministry.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 13-11-2024 15:28 IST | Created: 13-11-2024 15:28 IST
Egypt Condemns Israeli Minister's Controversial Remarks on West Bank
Egypt's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (Photo/WAM). Image Credit: ANI
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In a bold rebuke, Egypt has publicly denounced remarks by Israel's finance minister, Bezalel Smotrich, regarding the imposition of Israeli sovereignty and settlement expansion in the West Bank. The Egyptian foreign ministry described these comments as a blatant violation of international laws and United Nations Security Council resolutions.

The Tuesday statement from Egypt's foreign ministry criticized Smotrich's statements as not only extremist but also indicative of Israel's unwillingness to engage in peace efforts in the region. The rhetoric, Egypt asserts, underscores a prevailing policy of arrogance that has historically escalated conflict in the Middle East.

By highlighting these points, Egypt effectively calls out the Israeli government for what it sees as a persistent pattern of resistance to making the necessary compromises for lasting peace. Such declarations serve as a stark reminder of the fragile geopolitical landscape that continues to challenge stability in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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