Yesterday, Malaysia barred any Israeli or Israel-bound ships from docking at its ports. Public protests in support of Palestine have been regular in Malaysia since October. Malaysia’s immediate ban on ships from Israeli shipping company ZIM, as well as any vessels bearing Israel’s flag, was announced by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
The PM said in a statement: “Malaysia also imposes a ban on any ship heading to Israel from loading cargo at Malaysian ports. These restrictions are also with immediate effect.”
Malaysia has no formal relations with Tel Aviv, while it has long been vocal in its support for Palestinian independence. It does not allow its citizens to use their passports to enter Israel and has barred Israelis from entering its territory.
Source: arabnews.com