Mr Harris made the comments following reports of a diplomatic row with Israeli President Isaac Herzog over the Government’s plan. The Taoiseach spoke by phone with Mr Herzog on Friday where he set out Ireland’s desire to see an immediate ceasefire in Gaza as well as “urgent and unhindered access” for humanitarian aid. “The Irish position in relation to the Middle East, in relation to Gaza, in relation to Israel is very straightforward and very consistent. “In the coming days Ireland intends to do just that.”Mr Harris was asked whether the move could lead to the severing of diplomatic ties between Ireland and Israel. I mean political processes that have to be followed and they differ slightly from country to country.

Source: The Herald May 19, 2024 13:59 UTC