Israel Bars UN Chief from Country Over Response to Iran Attack
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Israel Bars UN Chief from Country Over Response to Iran Attack
Loveworld / 7 hours
October 3, 2024
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Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has officially declared United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres “persona non grata,” barring him from entering Israel. Katz criticized Guterres for not condemning Iran’s recent missile attack on Israel, stating that anyone who cannot unequivocally denounce such actions does not deserve to enter the country.
This declaration comes amid escalating tensions between Israel and the UN, particularly following Guterres’s statements about the ongoing violence in the region. While he condemned the escalation, he did not specifically mention Iran, leading to further frustration from Israeli officials.
Katz’s remarks highlight the deepening rift between Israel and international organizations, particularly in light of the recent conflict with Hamas and the broader Middle Eastern turmoil involving groups like Hezbollah and Iran. The situation continues to evolve, with the UN Security Council convening an emergency meeting to address the escalating conflict.
