Foreign Affairs
Netherlands Recalls Israeli Ambassador Over Expulsion of Diplomats from West Bank
Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen recalled the Israeli ambassador in response to Israel revoking the diplomatic status of Dutch officials in Ramallah, a move he deemed unnecessary. This escalation stems from the Netherlands implementing an embargo on goods from illegal settlements following a 2024 International Court of Justice ruling, which Israel opposed by excluding Dutch diplomats from coordination centers. Concurrently, Saudi Arabia has resumed operations on its East-West oil pipeline after Houthi attacks, alleviating concerns over global supply disruptions, though logistical challenges persist due to the ongoing blockade of the Bab el-Mandeb strait.
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