Israel Bans U.N. Chief António Guterres Amid Escalating Tensions

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Israel has officially declared United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres "undesirable" and banned him from entering the country. This significant move was announced by Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz on social media, marking a major escalation in the ongoing tensions between Israel and the U.N.

 

Katz explained that the decision came after Guterres failed to "unequivocally condemn Iran's criminal attack on Israel" earlier in the week. While Guterres issued a general statement condemning the growing conflict in the Middle East and called for a ceasefire, he did not directly mention Iran's missile attacks on Israel. For this reason, Katz stated that Guterres “does not deserve to set foot on Israel’s soil.” 

 

This move adds another layer of tension to the already strained relationship between Israel and Guterres. The friction deepened significantly after Guterres' remarks concerning Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel. He had commented that the assault "did not happen in a vacuum," a statement that infuriated Israeli officials. Additionally, Guterres has repeatedly condemned Israeli military actions in Gaza, particularly regarding civilian deaths, further exacerbating the rift.

 

Katz emphasized that Israel would continue to defend its citizens and uphold its national dignity, regardless of Guterres’ stance. “Israel will continue to protect its citizens and maintain its position and national honor with or without António Guterres,” Katz declared.

 

At the time of the announcement, Guterres’ spokesperson declined to comment on the situation, offering no immediate response. The development signals a new low in the diplomatic relations between Israel and the U.N., highlighting the deepening divide over the Middle East conflict.

 

Based on a report from: Politico 2024-10-04

 

 

 

[Homburg]

40 years ago the UN was described in an episode of "Yes, Prime Minister" thus:

 

“The UN is the accepted forum for the expression of international hatred.” 

 

Nothing changes it seems.

[thaibeachlovers]

Ooooh, I'm sure Guterres will be crying that he can't have a holiday on the sun drenched beaches of beautiful Gaza.

 

Typical israeli response to people that don't agree with them. Can't justify what they do, so cancel the opposition.

[jippytum]

The UN with so many countries including Russia having vetos  is all talk and no action. 

If Isralies waited for UN approval  they would be overun by Hammas and Iran.

Good luck to them on their  fightback against muslum terrorists. 

[JonnyF]

Good to see another country standing up to the pathetic UN.

 

What are the UN going to do about this anyway? Hold a meeting? Strong words? Another conference in a luxury resort. Bunch of grifters.