Ireland

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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