Israeli envoy rejects claims of plot to steal Mexico's water, infiltrate indigenous schools
Magen also alleged that the campaign is being exploited by various actors to "promote hatred, delegitimize Israel, and damage its good relations with Mexico."
Israeli Ambassador Yoed Magen dismissed accusations of a plot to steal Mexico's water and infiltrate indigenous schools during a press conference on Friday. Magen highlighted that the disinformation campaign against Israel in Mexico involved false claims and conspiracy theories, including baseless allegations of water theft and Israeli soldiers infiltrating Chiapas.
He emphasized that Israel is a world leader in water management, having become self-sufficient in water over 25 years ago and investing heavily in water-related technologies. Magen further clarified that the agreement between the Mexican state of Chihuahua and Israel's international development agency MASHAV, which sparked the accusations, never materialized due to lack of implementation.
Regarding the allegations of Israeli soldiers entering Chiapas schools, Magen stated that thousands of Israelis volunteer abroad, including in Latin American countries, often through coordination with local authorities. He also dismissed claims of former Israeli soldiers infiltrating indigenous schools, asserting that the individuals involved were part of a humanitarian volunteer organization.
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