Ireland

Ireland seeks way to restrict trade with Palestinian territories

The "Occupied Territories Bill" was first tabled in 2018 by an independent lawmaker and received broad support in Ireland's parliament.

By REUTERS
22/10/2024

Amateur historian finds lost and forgotten Bram Stoker story 'Gibbet Hill' after over a century

The story is significant as it sheds light on Stoker's development as an author and serves as a “station on his route to publishing Dracula.”

UNIFIL’s future questionable as Israel criticizes its role in Lebanon conflict

UNIFIL must adapt its strategy if it is going to have a role in the current conflict with Hezbollah.

By TATIANA WAISBERG
21/10/2024

Irish peacekeepers to remain in Lebanon despite travel warnings to country

Ireland is one of several countries to issue warnings for their citizens to leave Lebanon in recent weeks. The Irish Foreign Ministry also advised Irish citizens to limit travel to Lebanon. 

Irish President accuses Israeli embassy in Dublin of leaking letter he sent Iranian counterpart

The Israeli Embassy in Ireland issued a statement in response to Higgins' claim, calling it a "baseless accusation" and that it is "highly inflammatory and potentially slanderous."

Ireland’s Palestine recognition: How Israel’s diplomatic response missed the mark

Ireland’s recognition of Palestine sparked celebration, but Israel’s decision to recall ambassadors may have played into the hands of its critics. Did this diplomatic move backfire?

By ALAN SHATTER
23/09/2024

World leaders renew calls for Gaza ceasefire-hostage deal after six hostage bodies recovered

World leaders called for an immediate release of all remaining hostages and a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.

At 28, Ireland’s new chief rabbi is leading an aging population in a time of turmoil

Ireland's newest chief rabbi has stepped up during a time of conflict and uncertainty, especially amid Ireland's staunch criticism of Israel.

By SHIRA LI BARTOV/JTA
28/08/2024
A ‘MOHEL’ holds a scalpel as he performs a circumcision

British rabbi arrested for performing illegal non-Jewish circumcision

Rabbi Jonathan Abraham performed circumcisions on people who were not members of the Irish Jewish community, according to Irish Chief Rabbi Yoni Wieder.

Irish president claims in letter to Pezeshkian that Iran has 'crucial' role in Mid. East peace

The letter expressed Ireland’s President Michael Higgins's condolences for the Butcher of Tehran Ebrahim Raisi.

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