Family members of the 22 Irish citizens involved attended the Dáil for a debate on a cross-party motion calling for Israel not to endanger the welfare or safety of Irish and international citizens on the 50-boat Global Sumud Flotilla, which aims to break the Israeli aid blockade of Gaza. He said the move “would not need a UN mandate or breach the triple lock” which requires the backing of the UN, the Government and the Dáil and Seanad. “I also informed them that I had once again contacted the EU’s high representative and vice-president Kaja Kallas to urge the EU to collectively raise our concerns for the safety and wellbeing of all those on board.”
Author: Marie O’Halloran
Published at: 2025-09-30 21:17:47
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