Ireland's Taoiseach Stresses Intention to Recognize Palestine

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Taoiseach Simon Harris emphasizes Ireland's intention to recognize the state of Palestine during his visit to Brussels to meet EU officials. He also discusses the need for a ceasefire in Gaza, the release of hostages, humanitarian aid, and a two-state solution.

Taoiseach Simon Harris has stressed “ Ireland 's intention to move towards recognising the state of Palestine ” as he arrived in Brussels on Thursday to meet EU officials.

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During his meeting, the Taoiseach also discussed the ongoing war in Ukraine and Ireland’s support of Ukraine moving to EU membership. “Of course, I very much took the opportunity to outline Ireland's position in relation to the Middle East. I informed President von der Leyen of Ireland's intention to move towards recognising the state of Palestine.

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