The statement was issued on behalf of the member states by the EU’s chief diplomat Josep Borrell. These decisions caused disquiet among some EU member states, as well as public concern in some quarters. Photograph: Jack Guez/AFP via Getty ImagesBut whereas supporting Ukraine was unanimously backed by member states, the Israeli-Palestine conflict profoundly divides them. Ireland is viewed as one of the most, if not the most, supportive to Palestinians of all EU member states. At times this approach has caused conflict with member states, such as with a migration pact signed with Tunisia this summer offering funding in exchange for it hardening its borders that was not pre-approved by member states.

Source: The Irish Times October 14, 2023 20:16 UTC