Maldives bans entry of Israeli passport holders

Newsdesk:

The Maldives government has decided to impose a ban on the entry of Israeli citizens from entering the island nation, a statement by the Maldivian President's office said. The South Asian nation will also amend necessary laws to ban the entry of Israeli cities into the country, the statement added.
The island nation has also decided to conduct a nationwide rally with the slogan "Maldivians in Solidarity with Palestine" to show support for the Palestinian citizens.
The decision was formally announced by the country's Homeland Security and Technology Minister, Ali Ihusan, following a cabinet meeting under the leadership of Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu at his residence.