KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia has strongly condemned any proposal for the forced displacement of Palestinians, calling such actions ethnic cleansing and violations of international law. This statement follows a controversial proposal by US President Donald Trump suggesting a US takeover of Gaza.
The Malaysian Foreign Ministry emphasized that any move to forcibly displace Palestinians would be inhumane and breach multiple UN resolutions, describing it as a clear violation of international law. Malaysia reiterated its commitment to a two-state solution for the Israel-Palestine conflict, which it believes is the only viable path to lasting peace and stability in the region.
As a Muslim-majority country, Malaysia has long been a staunch supporter of Palestine and does not have diplomatic relations with Israel. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim reaffirmed Malaysia’s dedication to the Palestinian cause, stressing that the country would not waver in its support for a free Palestine and remained committed to aiding in the rebuilding of Gaza. On January 29, Malaysia announced its plan to construct a school, hospital, and mosque as part of its contribution to Gaza’s recovery.
Additionally, Indonesia, the world’s most populous Muslim-majority nation, also expressed its opposition to any action that would forcibly displace Palestinians, reinforcing the importance of upholding international law and ensuring that the two-state solution is respected.