South Africa has recalled all of its diplomats out of Tel Aviv in the wake of Israel’s heavy airstrikes on Gaza.
The bombardment on Sunday was one of Israel’s heaviest since the war began a month ago.
The Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City reports that 200 or more people died.
South Africa’s government, which has long been a vocal supporter of the Palestinian cause, sharply condemned Israel on Monday.
South Africa’s Foreign Minister, Naledi Pandor, announced the withdrawal of diplomats at a press conference, saying, “We are extremely concerned at the continued killing of children and innocent civilians in the Palestinian territories, and we believe Israel’s response has become one of collective punishment.
“We felt it important that we do signal the concern of South Africa while continuing to call for a comprehensive cessation of hostilities.”
Israel has not yet commented on the South African statement but insists it is trying to minimise civilian casualties and accuses Hamas, which controls the Gaza Strip, of using non-combatants as human shields.
Over 1,400 people were killed in Israel on October 7 by Hamas fighters, an organisation that the US, the UK, and other Western powers consider to be a terrorist organization. In addition, they captured over 230 hostages, among them an unidentified South African national.
In response, Israel has launched multiple airstrikes against Gaza and declared its intention to destroy Hamas. The health ministry, which is controlled by Hamas, claims that since the siege started, more than 10,000 people have died there.
The recall of the diplomats was “normal practice”, Foreign Minister Pandor said, adding that the envoys would give a “full briefing” to the government. After this, the government will decide whether it can be of assistance or if a “continued relationship is actually able to be sustained”, Ms Pandor said.
Additionally, the cabinet of South Africa charged Israeli ambassador Eliav Belotsercovsky with disparaging South Africans, including government officials, for criticizing Israel’s government.
The cabinet statement stated that Ambassador Belotsercovsky’s position was becoming increasingly untenable due to his disparaging remarks directed towards those who speak out against the country’s leaders and the atrocities taking place.
Recalling ambassadors from Israel in opposition to the military operation in Gaza is not a new move by South Africa; other nations that have taken this action include Chad, Chile, and Colombia.
South Africa has recalled all of its diplomats out of Tel Aviv in the wake of Israel’s heavy airstrikes on Gaza.
The bombardment on Sunday was one of Israel’s heaviest since the war began a month ago.
The Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City reports that 200 or more people died.
South Africa’s government, which has long been a vocal supporter of the Palestinian cause, sharply condemned Israel on Monday.
South Africa’s Foreign Minister, Naledi Pandor, announced the withdrawal of diplomats at a press conference, saying, “We are extremely concerned at the continued killing of children and innocent civilians in the Palestinian territories, and we believe Israel’s response has become one of collective punishment.
“We felt it important that we do signal the concern of South Africa while continuing to call for a comprehensive cessation of hostilities.”
Israel has not yet commented on the South African statement but insists it is trying to minimise civilian casualties and accuses Hamas, which controls the Gaza Strip, of using non-combatants as human shields.
Over 1,400 people were killed in Israel on October 7 by Hamas fighters, an organisation that the US, the UK, and other Western powers consider to be a terrorist organization. In addition, they captured over 230 hostages, among them an unidentified South African national.
In response, Israel has launched multiple airstrikes against Gaza and declared its intention to destroy Hamas. The health ministry, which is controlled by Hamas, claims that since the siege started, more than 10,000 people have died there.
The recall of the diplomats was “normal practice”, Foreign Minister Pandor said, adding that the envoys would give a “full briefing” to the government. After this, the government will decide whether it can be of assistance or if a “continued relationship is actually able to be sustained”, Ms Pandor said.
Additionally, the cabinet of South Africa charged Israeli ambassador Eliav Belotsercovsky with disparaging South Africans, including government officials, for criticizing Israel’s government.
The cabinet statement stated that Ambassador Belotsercovsky’s position was becoming increasingly untenable due to his disparaging remarks directed towards those who speak out against the country’s leaders and the atrocities taking place.
Recalling ambassadors from Israel in opposition to the military operation in Gaza is not a new move by South Africa; other nations that have taken this action include Chad, Chile, and Colombia.
South Africa has recalled all of its diplomats out of Tel Aviv in the wake of Israel’s heavy airstrikes on Gaza.
The bombardment on Sunday was one of Israel’s heaviest since the war began a month ago.
The Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City reports that 200 or more people died.
South Africa’s government, which has long been a vocal supporter of the Palestinian cause, sharply condemned Israel on Monday.
South Africa’s Foreign Minister, Naledi Pandor, announced the withdrawal of diplomats at a press conference, saying, “We are extremely concerned at the continued killing of children and innocent civilians in the Palestinian territories, and we believe Israel’s response has become one of collective punishment.
“We felt it important that we do signal the concern of South Africa while continuing to call for a comprehensive cessation of hostilities.”
Israel has not yet commented on the South African statement but insists it is trying to minimise civilian casualties and accuses Hamas, which controls the Gaza Strip, of using non-combatants as human shields.
Over 1,400 people were killed in Israel on October 7 by Hamas fighters, an organisation that the US, the UK, and other Western powers consider to be a terrorist organization. In addition, they captured over 230 hostages, among them an unidentified South African national.
In response, Israel has launched multiple airstrikes against Gaza and declared its intention to destroy Hamas. The health ministry, which is controlled by Hamas, claims that since the siege started, more than 10,000 people have died there.
The recall of the diplomats was “normal practice”, Foreign Minister Pandor said, adding that the envoys would give a “full briefing” to the government. After this, the government will decide whether it can be of assistance or if a “continued relationship is actually able to be sustained”, Ms Pandor said.
Additionally, the cabinet of South Africa charged Israeli ambassador Eliav Belotsercovsky with disparaging South Africans, including government officials, for criticizing Israel’s government.
The cabinet statement stated that Ambassador Belotsercovsky’s position was becoming increasingly untenable due to his disparaging remarks directed towards those who speak out against the country’s leaders and the atrocities taking place.
Recalling ambassadors from Israel in opposition to the military operation in Gaza is not a new move by South Africa; other nations that have taken this action include Chad, Chile, and Colombia.
South Africa has recalled all of its diplomats out of Tel Aviv in the wake of Israel’s heavy airstrikes on Gaza.
The bombardment on Sunday was one of Israel’s heaviest since the war began a month ago.
The Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City reports that 200 or more people died.
South Africa’s government, which has long been a vocal supporter of the Palestinian cause, sharply condemned Israel on Monday.
South Africa’s Foreign Minister, Naledi Pandor, announced the withdrawal of diplomats at a press conference, saying, “We are extremely concerned at the continued killing of children and innocent civilians in the Palestinian territories, and we believe Israel’s response has become one of collective punishment.
“We felt it important that we do signal the concern of South Africa while continuing to call for a comprehensive cessation of hostilities.”
Israel has not yet commented on the South African statement but insists it is trying to minimise civilian casualties and accuses Hamas, which controls the Gaza Strip, of using non-combatants as human shields.
Over 1,400 people were killed in Israel on October 7 by Hamas fighters, an organisation that the US, the UK, and other Western powers consider to be a terrorist organization. In addition, they captured over 230 hostages, among them an unidentified South African national.
In response, Israel has launched multiple airstrikes against Gaza and declared its intention to destroy Hamas. The health ministry, which is controlled by Hamas, claims that since the siege started, more than 10,000 people have died there.
The recall of the diplomats was “normal practice”, Foreign Minister Pandor said, adding that the envoys would give a “full briefing” to the government. After this, the government will decide whether it can be of assistance or if a “continued relationship is actually able to be sustained”, Ms Pandor said.
Additionally, the cabinet of South Africa charged Israeli ambassador Eliav Belotsercovsky with disparaging South Africans, including government officials, for criticizing Israel’s government.
The cabinet statement stated that Ambassador Belotsercovsky’s position was becoming increasingly untenable due to his disparaging remarks directed towards those who speak out against the country’s leaders and the atrocities taking place.
Recalling ambassadors from Israel in opposition to the military operation in Gaza is not a new move by South Africa; other nations that have taken this action include Chad, Chile, and Colombia.
South Africa has recalled all of its diplomats out of Tel Aviv in the wake of Israel’s heavy airstrikes on Gaza.
The bombardment on Sunday was one of Israel’s heaviest since the war began a month ago.
The Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City reports that 200 or more people died.
South Africa’s government, which has long been a vocal supporter of the Palestinian cause, sharply condemned Israel on Monday.
South Africa’s Foreign Minister, Naledi Pandor, announced the withdrawal of diplomats at a press conference, saying, “We are extremely concerned at the continued killing of children and innocent civilians in the Palestinian territories, and we believe Israel’s response has become one of collective punishment.
“We felt it important that we do signal the concern of South Africa while continuing to call for a comprehensive cessation of hostilities.”
Israel has not yet commented on the South African statement but insists it is trying to minimise civilian casualties and accuses Hamas, which controls the Gaza Strip, of using non-combatants as human shields.
Over 1,400 people were killed in Israel on October 7 by Hamas fighters, an organisation that the US, the UK, and other Western powers consider to be a terrorist organization. In addition, they captured over 230 hostages, among them an unidentified South African national.
In response, Israel has launched multiple airstrikes against Gaza and declared its intention to destroy Hamas. The health ministry, which is controlled by Hamas, claims that since the siege started, more than 10,000 people have died there.
The recall of the diplomats was “normal practice”, Foreign Minister Pandor said, adding that the envoys would give a “full briefing” to the government. After this, the government will decide whether it can be of assistance or if a “continued relationship is actually able to be sustained”, Ms Pandor said.
Additionally, the cabinet of South Africa charged Israeli ambassador Eliav Belotsercovsky with disparaging South Africans, including government officials, for criticizing Israel’s government.
The cabinet statement stated that Ambassador Belotsercovsky’s position was becoming increasingly untenable due to his disparaging remarks directed towards those who speak out against the country’s leaders and the atrocities taking place.
Recalling ambassadors from Israel in opposition to the military operation in Gaza is not a new move by South Africa; other nations that have taken this action include Chad, Chile, and Colombia.
South Africa has recalled all of its diplomats out of Tel Aviv in the wake of Israel’s heavy airstrikes on Gaza.
The bombardment on Sunday was one of Israel’s heaviest since the war began a month ago.
The Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City reports that 200 or more people died.
South Africa’s government, which has long been a vocal supporter of the Palestinian cause, sharply condemned Israel on Monday.
South Africa’s Foreign Minister, Naledi Pandor, announced the withdrawal of diplomats at a press conference, saying, “We are extremely concerned at the continued killing of children and innocent civilians in the Palestinian territories, and we believe Israel’s response has become one of collective punishment.
“We felt it important that we do signal the concern of South Africa while continuing to call for a comprehensive cessation of hostilities.”
Israel has not yet commented on the South African statement but insists it is trying to minimise civilian casualties and accuses Hamas, which controls the Gaza Strip, of using non-combatants as human shields.
Over 1,400 people were killed in Israel on October 7 by Hamas fighters, an organisation that the US, the UK, and other Western powers consider to be a terrorist organization. In addition, they captured over 230 hostages, among them an unidentified South African national.
In response, Israel has launched multiple airstrikes against Gaza and declared its intention to destroy Hamas. The health ministry, which is controlled by Hamas, claims that since the siege started, more than 10,000 people have died there.
The recall of the diplomats was “normal practice”, Foreign Minister Pandor said, adding that the envoys would give a “full briefing” to the government. After this, the government will decide whether it can be of assistance or if a “continued relationship is actually able to be sustained”, Ms Pandor said.
Additionally, the cabinet of South Africa charged Israeli ambassador Eliav Belotsercovsky with disparaging South Africans, including government officials, for criticizing Israel’s government.
The cabinet statement stated that Ambassador Belotsercovsky’s position was becoming increasingly untenable due to his disparaging remarks directed towards those who speak out against the country’s leaders and the atrocities taking place.
Recalling ambassadors from Israel in opposition to the military operation in Gaza is not a new move by South Africa; other nations that have taken this action include Chad, Chile, and Colombia.
South Africa has recalled all of its diplomats out of Tel Aviv in the wake of Israel’s heavy airstrikes on Gaza.
The bombardment on Sunday was one of Israel’s heaviest since the war began a month ago.
The Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City reports that 200 or more people died.
South Africa’s government, which has long been a vocal supporter of the Palestinian cause, sharply condemned Israel on Monday.
South Africa’s Foreign Minister, Naledi Pandor, announced the withdrawal of diplomats at a press conference, saying, “We are extremely concerned at the continued killing of children and innocent civilians in the Palestinian territories, and we believe Israel’s response has become one of collective punishment.
“We felt it important that we do signal the concern of South Africa while continuing to call for a comprehensive cessation of hostilities.”
Israel has not yet commented on the South African statement but insists it is trying to minimise civilian casualties and accuses Hamas, which controls the Gaza Strip, of using non-combatants as human shields.
Over 1,400 people were killed in Israel on October 7 by Hamas fighters, an organisation that the US, the UK, and other Western powers consider to be a terrorist organization. In addition, they captured over 230 hostages, among them an unidentified South African national.
In response, Israel has launched multiple airstrikes against Gaza and declared its intention to destroy Hamas. The health ministry, which is controlled by Hamas, claims that since the siege started, more than 10,000 people have died there.
The recall of the diplomats was “normal practice”, Foreign Minister Pandor said, adding that the envoys would give a “full briefing” to the government. After this, the government will decide whether it can be of assistance or if a “continued relationship is actually able to be sustained”, Ms Pandor said.
Additionally, the cabinet of South Africa charged Israeli ambassador Eliav Belotsercovsky with disparaging South Africans, including government officials, for criticizing Israel’s government.
The cabinet statement stated that Ambassador Belotsercovsky’s position was becoming increasingly untenable due to his disparaging remarks directed towards those who speak out against the country’s leaders and the atrocities taking place.
Recalling ambassadors from Israel in opposition to the military operation in Gaza is not a new move by South Africa; other nations that have taken this action include Chad, Chile, and Colombia.
South Africa has recalled all of its diplomats out of Tel Aviv in the wake of Israel’s heavy airstrikes on Gaza.
The bombardment on Sunday was one of Israel’s heaviest since the war began a month ago.
The Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City reports that 200 or more people died.
South Africa’s government, which has long been a vocal supporter of the Palestinian cause, sharply condemned Israel on Monday.
South Africa’s Foreign Minister, Naledi Pandor, announced the withdrawal of diplomats at a press conference, saying, “We are extremely concerned at the continued killing of children and innocent civilians in the Palestinian territories, and we believe Israel’s response has become one of collective punishment.
“We felt it important that we do signal the concern of South Africa while continuing to call for a comprehensive cessation of hostilities.”
Israel has not yet commented on the South African statement but insists it is trying to minimise civilian casualties and accuses Hamas, which controls the Gaza Strip, of using non-combatants as human shields.
Over 1,400 people were killed in Israel on October 7 by Hamas fighters, an organisation that the US, the UK, and other Western powers consider to be a terrorist organization. In addition, they captured over 230 hostages, among them an unidentified South African national.
In response, Israel has launched multiple airstrikes against Gaza and declared its intention to destroy Hamas. The health ministry, which is controlled by Hamas, claims that since the siege started, more than 10,000 people have died there.
The recall of the diplomats was “normal practice”, Foreign Minister Pandor said, adding that the envoys would give a “full briefing” to the government. After this, the government will decide whether it can be of assistance or if a “continued relationship is actually able to be sustained”, Ms Pandor said.
Additionally, the cabinet of South Africa charged Israeli ambassador Eliav Belotsercovsky with disparaging South Africans, including government officials, for criticizing Israel’s government.
The cabinet statement stated that Ambassador Belotsercovsky’s position was becoming increasingly untenable due to his disparaging remarks directed towards those who speak out against the country’s leaders and the atrocities taking place.
Recalling ambassadors from Israel in opposition to the military operation in Gaza is not a new move by South Africa; other nations that have taken this action include Chad, Chile, and Colombia.
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