Taoiseach condemns Israel for swoop on Gaza flotilla in international waters as all seven Irish citizens now freed
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Taoiseach condemns Israel for swoop on Gaza flotilla in international waters as all seven Irish citizens now freed
"I want to condemn the seizure of flotilla in what appears to be international waters. That's not acceptable. Israel must always abide by international law and the rule of law."
"We will be raising it at European Union level, and we have already raised the status of the Trade Association Agreement between the European Union and Israel because of what has happened in Gaza."
"Israel was also in breach of international humanitarian law because of its disproportionate attacks which have displaced so many people in Lebanon."
"There was now a noticeable change in the perspectives of other countries who have been traditionally strong supporters of Israel."
Seven Irish citizens were released after being detained by Israeli authorities during a Gaza-bound flotilla intercepted in international waters. President Micheál Martin condemned the seizure, stating it was unacceptable and a breach of international law. He emphasized the need for the international community to hold Israel accountable for its actions, including disproportionate attacks in Lebanon. Martin noted a shift in perspectives among countries that have traditionally supported Israel, indicating growing concern over its military actions and humanitarian law violations.
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