False
The Maldives cut diplomatic relations with Israel in 1974, not recently
The claim that the Maldives cut diplomatic relations with Israel in 1974 is incorrect. The Maldives established full diplomatic ties with Israel in 2023.
Key points
- The Maldives and Israel have had formal diplomatic relations since 2023.
- There are no records of any diplomatic break between the two countries before 2023.
- The claim about a 1974 cut-off is not supported by available information.
Explanation
According to multiple sources, including official statements from the Maldivian government and reports from international news agencies, the Maldives established full diplomatic relations with Israel in 2023. There are no records or evidence of any previous diplomatic break between the two countries dating back to 1974. This indicates that the claim is false.
Sources
- Maldives and Israel establish diplomatic ties, first in Muslim-majority South Asia Official announcement of the establishment of full diplomatic relations between Maldives and Israel.
- Maldives, Israel establish formal ties in first for Muslim-majority South Asia News report confirming the establishment of full diplomatic relations between Maldives and Israel.