Cetinje Mayor meets Palestinian Ambassador to discuss relations

Nikola Đurašković, the Mayor of Cetinje, met with the Palestinian Ambassador to Montenegro, Rabbi Alhantouli, to discuss bilateral relations and the situation of the Palestinian people.

During the meeting, Đurašković expressed support for the Palestinian people's struggle for independence and self-determination, stating that such support is a historical characteristic of Cetinje. The discussions included the possibility of hosting a humanitarian exhibition titled ‘Palestine Through Montenegrin Eyes,’ featuring works by prominent Montenegrin artists.

Additionally, the two officials discussed a potential town twinning initiative between Cetinje and the Palestinian city of Bethlehem. Ambassador Alhantouli provided updates on the humanitarian situation in Gaza and the West Bank, noting the high casualty rates among women and children and calling for international measures to ensure Palestinian rights and protection under international law.