Borg’s Blast: ‘Deeply Disturbing, Unacceptable’ Israeli Minister’s Behaviour Slammed

Malta’s Foreign Minister Ian Borg has lashed out at Israel’s Public Security Minister, Amir Ohana, after he posted a controversial tweet targeting Maltese officials. The incident has sparked a diplomatic row, with locals questioning the minister’s actions and the Israeli government’s response.

Ohana’s Tweet: A Storm in a Teacup or a Diplomatic Slap?

In a tweet that has since been deleted, Ohana targeted Maltese officials, accusing them of supporting terrorism. The tweet was a response to Malta’s decision to host a Palestinian diplomat, who was denied entry into Israel. The Israeli minister’s comments have been widely criticized as inflammatory and unfounded.

“It’s deeply disturbing and unacceptable that a minister from a friendly country would make such baseless accusations,” Borg told Hot Malta. “We expect better from Israel and its officials.”

Malta-Israel Relations: A Rocky Road Ahead?

Malta and Israel have long enjoyed cordial relations, with bilateral ties dating back to the 1990s. However, this incident has raised questions about the future of these ties. “We hope this is an isolated incident and not a sign of things to come,” Borg added.

Locals have also weighed in on the matter. “I was shocked to see such behaviour from an Israeli minister,” said Joe, a resident of Sliema. “It’s not the first time we’ve seen this kind of thing from Israel, and it’s getting old.”

Israel’s Response: Silence or Support?

As of now, the Israeli government has not publicly addressed the incident. Ohana’s tweet has been deleted, but the damage may already be done. “We’re waiting for a formal apology and a clarification from the Israeli government,” Borg said.

Hot Malta has reached out to the Israeli embassy in Malta for comment but has not received a response at the time of publication.

This incident comes at a time when Malta is actively promoting its foreign policy agenda, with a focus on strengthening ties with the Middle East. “We won’t let this incident derail our efforts,” Borg said. “But we expect better from our partners.”

how this diplomatic spat plays out. But one thing is clear: Malta won’t stand for baseless accusations from its international partners.