Israel recalls ambassador to South Africa after ANC backs calls to close Israeli embassy

Israel's foreign ministry confirmed it had recalled its ambassador to South Africa for consultations after a series of "statements from South Africa". 

Last Thursday, South Africa's ruling African National Congress Party said it would support a parliamentary motion calling for the Israeli embassy in South Africa to be closed. 

Since 7 October, South Africa has been heavily critical of Israel's operation in Gaza and recalled its ambassador to Israel.