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Anwar backs Western efforts to curb trade with illegal Israeli settlements
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has endorsed international moves to restrict commercial dealings with Israeli settlements in occupied territories, signalling Malaysia's alignment with global pressure on the contentious issue.
LSN Malaysia ·
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 12 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed support for a joint statement by Western nations aimed at curtailing trade with illegal Israeli settlements, marking Malaysia's vocal backing of international efforts to address the longstanding territorial dispute.
The statement, issued jointly by multiple Western governments, calls for measures to limit economic transactions with settlements established in occupied Palestinian territories, which are widely regarded as illegal under international law.
Anwar's endorsement reflects Malaysia's consistent position on Palestinian rights and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The country has historically maintained strong diplomatic stances against illegal settlement expansion and settlement-related activities in occupied territories.
The Prime Minister's comments underscore Malaysia's commitment to international efforts promoting accountability and adherence to international humanitarian law in the region. His support aligns with broader calls from the United Nations and various human rights organisations for action against illegal settlements.
The development comes as the Middle East continues to face heightened tensions, with settlement expansion remaining a contentious issue in peace negotiations and international diplomacy surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.