Barghouti: ‘Huckabee Should Resign For US Credibility’

The Secretary-General of the Palestinian National Initiative, Dr. Mustafa Barghouti, stated the recent remarks by US Ambassador Huckabee in Tel Aviv reveal – as he described them – “dangerous convictions” and clear support for the so-called “Greater Israel” project, considering this proposal to be in conflict with the foundations of peace and international and humanitarian law.

Barghouti affirmed to Jordan 24 that the positions attributed to Huckabee reflect an ideological bias that is “racist and anti-peace,” and encourage the undermining of opportunities for a political solution, especially in light of the ongoing tensions in the Palestinian territories. He emphasized that any support for expansionist projects contradicts international law and deepens the instability in the region.

He added that the US administration must take a clear stance regarding these statements, considering that Huckabee’s continued presence in his position after these statements “sends a negative message” to peace efforts. He called for him to be “forced to resign” and held politically accountable, in order to preserve what remains of the credibility of the US role in the political process.

Barghouti concluded by emphasizing that the Palestinian people will continue their political and diplomatic struggle in international forums to confront any projects aimed at entrenching or legitimizing the occupation, calling on the international community to bear its legal and moral responsibilities.