Ghana Considering Appropriate Reciprocal Action against Israel over Inhumane Treatment of Citizens
Ghana has stated that it is considering a reciprocal action following an observation of ill treatment and inhumane treatment of Ghanaian travellers.
In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the conduct of the Asian country is “provocative, unacceptable and inconsistent.”
The Ghanaian government says it observes a ‘deliberate’ subjection of Ghanaian travellers to “inhumane and traumatic treatment” at the entry port of Ben Gurion International Airport.
“It is worth highlighting that Ghana and Israel have enjoyed cordial relations for more than six decades, with considerably high volumes of unimpeded travel by citizens of both nations. This condemnable conduct by Israeli authorities is extremely provocative, unacceptable and inconsistent with our friendly historical relations.”
“The Government of Ghana is considering appropriate reciprocal action,” it added.
Dec 7 Incident
The Ministry recounted how on December 7, 2025, seven Ghanaian travellers to Israel were detained at the Ben Gurion International Airport without justifiable cause.
“The detained included four (4) members of a Parliamentary delegation taking part in the ongoing Annual International Cybersecurity Conference in Tel Aviv.”
It reported that they were only released after more than five hours of strenuous diplomatic intervention.
Meanwhile, the remaining three were deported on the next available flight and have since arrived in Ghana.
Following enquiries, Israel cited an alleged non-cooperation of the Ghanaian Embassy regarding the deportation of Ghanaians in Israeli custody, it said
This justification, the Ministry found as “totally untenable, as the facts confirm that our mission in Tel Aviv has been responsive and compliant with international law.”
Story by Hajara Fuseini
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