Summary
Several Arab and Muslim nations criticized U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee for suggesting that Israel could justifiably expand its territory based on the Bible. These comments were deemed dangerous and against the efforts to achieve peace in the Gaza region. The governments of these nations emphasized that Israel has no legal rights over the territories in question.
Key Facts
- U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee made comments about Israel expanding its territory based on the Bible.
- Huckabee's remarks suggested Israel could control large parts of the Middle East.
- Over a dozen Arab and Muslim nations, including Egypt and Jordan, condemned Huckabee's statements.
- These nations called the remarks threatening to peace efforts in Gaza.
- The ambassadors' comments were seen as contradicting international law and U.S. efforts for a Palestinian state.
- The countries involved reiterated that Israel has no legal sovereignty over occupied territories.
- This opposition includes rejecting any attempts to annex the West Bank or separate it from Gaza.
- Israel has established settlements in the West Bank, which are considered illegal under international law.
