US envoy's remarks on Israel and Middle East land draw condemnation in region - Reuters

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The U.S. faced backlash after Ambassador Mike Huckabee's comments suggesting Israel has a right to much of the Middle East. The U.S. Embassy later stated Huckabee’s remarks were taken out of context and reassured there is no change in U.S. policy.

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee stirred controversy by stating in an interview that Israel has a right to much of the Middle East, referencing Biblical claims. His remarks triggered strong condemnation from Arab and Muslim nations.

In a recent interview, U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee suggested that Israel has a biblical entitlement to a swath of territory across the Middle East, citing Genesis 15:18.

U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee attempted to clarify his remarks suggesting Israel's right to control much of the Middle East, claiming they were taken out of context. His comments had sparked condemnation from Arab and Muslim-majority countries.

U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee's comments suggesting Israel's right to much of the Middle East have drawn condemnation from Arab and Muslim-majority countries, who view them as a violation of international law and a threat to regional stability.