Incoming FM Macinka backs moving Czech embassy in Israel to Jerusalem

Petr Macinka, leader of the Motorists’ party and new foreign minister, has voiced support for relocating the Czech embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. Speaking at a gathering in Prague’s Palach Square marking the start of the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah, he said the embassy should have been moved long ago. The event also recalled a recent deadly attack in Australia, with speakers stressing that terrorism must not be given in to. Macinka said Czechia should express stronger solidarity with Israel and Jewish communities worldwide. Outgoing prime minister Petr Fiala has previously said such a move could be reasonable but must not be rushed, while Senate foreign affairs committee chair Pavel Fischer has warned it lacks backing in international law.