Former Home Minister Umar Naseer has criticized the government, claiming it has embarrassed the people of the Maldives after promising to ban Israeli passports.
The Parliamentary Security Services Committee recently approved expediting discussions on a bill to ban entry into the Maldives with Israeli passports. The committee plans to summon relevant stakeholders for further deliberation.
However, PNC Parliamentary Group Leader Ibrahim Falah suggested that input from major international countries and Palestinian representatives should be sought before implementing such a ban. Deputy Speaker Ahmed Nazim also proposed restricting entry for Israeli individuals linked to attacks on Palestinians.
Following this, Umar Naseer criticized the government’s approach, stating that allowing Israeli soldiers who have harmed Palestinians, to come to relax tarnishes the country's reputation. He emphasized that the government must act decisively and transparently, accusing it of inconsistency.
He further alleged that the government was deceiving the public on this issue and called on global powers to address Israel’s actions, which he described as violations of international law.
The government has reiterated its commitment to banning Israeli passports, regardless of political divides. However, the proposed amendment to the Immigration Act—introduced by MDP MP Meekail Ahmed Naseem—has been stalled in committee for over four months.
Umar Naseer has previously criticized the government for making unfulfilled promises, including claims to ban Israeli passports, withdraw Indian troops, and release former President Abdulla Yameen. Naseer, who ran in the last presidential election, secured fourth place with 6,343 votes, representing 2.87% of the total.
The Parliamentary Security Services Committee recently approved expediting discussions on a bill to ban entry into the Maldives with Israeli passports. The committee plans to summon relevant stakeholders for further deliberation.
However, PNC Parliamentary Group Leader Ibrahim Falah suggested that input from major international countries and Palestinian representatives should be sought before implementing such a ban. Deputy Speaker Ahmed Nazim also proposed restricting entry for Israeli individuals linked to attacks on Palestinians.
Following this, Umar Naseer criticized the government’s approach, stating that allowing Israeli soldiers who have harmed Palestinians, to come to relax tarnishes the country's reputation. He emphasized that the government must act decisively and transparently, accusing it of inconsistency.
He further alleged that the government was deceiving the public on this issue and called on global powers to address Israel’s actions, which he described as violations of international law.
The government has reiterated its commitment to banning Israeli passports, regardless of political divides. However, the proposed amendment to the Immigration Act—introduced by MDP MP Meekail Ahmed Naseem—has been stalled in committee for over four months.
Umar Naseer has previously criticized the government for making unfulfilled promises, including claims to ban Israeli passports, withdraw Indian troops, and release former President Abdulla Yameen. Naseer, who ran in the last presidential election, secured fourth place with 6,343 votes, representing 2.87% of the total.
