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# Gaza

Yesterday
18th March 2024
Biden and Netanyahu hold first call in a month as tension grows over Gaza
Al Jazeera demands release of journalist it says was arrested and beaten in Gaza today
Did Varadkar do enough in the White House to push for peace and satisfy critics at home?
UN warns of 'imminent' famine in Gaza as civilians ordered to leave hospital due to air strikes
This week
17th March 2024 - 19th March 2024
Varadkar says crisis in Gaza will form part of shamrock ceremony speech
Netanyahu vows to press on with Rafah offensive despite US warning invasion would be 'red line'
The Israeli Prime Minister said “no amount of international pressure will stop us from realising all the goals of the war”.
Gaza's health ministry said at least 92 Palestinians were killed in Israeli strikes overnight.
Envoys are planning to meet in Qatar to revive stalled talks for a ceasefire and hostage release deal.
Varadkar to brunch with Biden before Patrick's Day shamrock ceremony
Last week
10th March 2024 - 16th March 2024
Gaza ceasefire talks expected to resume as Netanyahu approves plans for military operation in Rafah
The White House, which has said an assault on Rafah would be a “red line” without credible civilian protection plans, said it had not seen the plan.
Hamas has proposed a six-week ceasefire and the exchange of several dozen Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners, with Israel sending a delegation to Qatar for negotiations.
The main UN agency operating in the Palestinian enclave said that one in three children under two years of age are now acutely malnourished in northern Gaza.
Music producer: Irish acts should be commended for their SXSW boycott
Ireland's 'soft power' used to remind US it helped bring peace before and could do so again
All eyes were watching Leo Varadkar to see if he convey the message from the Irish people and push for peace in Palestine.
Netanyahu approves plans for military operation in Rafah and 'evacuation' of civilians
Taoiseach speaks to President Biden on six Irish citizens who are stuck in Gaza
Israeli military denies Gaza health ministry claim it killed at least 20 people waiting for food aid
The health ministry accused Israeli troops of opening fire from “tanks and helicopters” as Palestinians gathered at a roundabout in Gaza City.
Paul Murphy: There should be no shamrock for 'Genocide Joe' over his stance on Israel
President Higgins discusses ICJ case against Israel in phone call with South Africa president
US' highest-ranking elected Jewish American calls for elections in Israel
Varadkar denies softening language on Gaza during US trip, says tailoring message for audience needed
Biden's heart is 'in the right place' in relation to Gaza conflict, Varadkar says
EU calls on Israel to open additional crossings to allow more aid to reach Gaza
It comes as the first boat loaded with 200 tonnes of food aid makes slow progress towards the Gaza Strip.
Taoiseach will discuss Irish citizen stuck in Gaza with President Biden 'if there's time'
UN told Israel is using 'starvation' in Gaza as a 'weapon of war'
Josep Borrell told the UN Security Council that the humanitarian crisis is “man-made”.
A Spanish charity vessel has begun its journey to Gaza from Cyprus, towing a barge with 200 tonnes of aid.
US charity World Central Kitchen has said work is "underway" on a jetty to unload the shipment.
Aid groups have been warning of the risk of famine in besieged Gaza for weeks.
Belfast mural criticising White House visits repainted after being defaced
The artist whose work the mural is based on said freedom of speech should be respected.
First ship carrying aid for Gaza to take 'several days' to arrive
Varadkar on Biden-White House visit: 'I'm not here to tell him off or tick him off'
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar says he believes the US president would get the same welcome in Ireland as he did last year.
'Cries of the innocent will haunt us if we stay silent': Taoiseach calls for Gaza ceasefire in Boston speech
President Michael D Higgins issues strongly worded statement calling for a ceasefire in Gaza
The President said the “world has been warned” of the consequences of inaction in Gaza.
My Story: 'I am Gazan living in Ireland, my family is trapped in the hell that is Rafah'
Lyrics for Israel's re-written Eurovision song revealed after row over first submission
Kneecap, Sprints and Soda Blonde withdraw from SXSW festival due to US military sponsorship
Oscars ceremony delayed by Gaza protest as stars wear red pins supporting immediate ceasefire
Can ministers deliver Ireland’s message on Gaza during US paddywhackery?
Hamas chief says still open to truce talks as Ramadan begins and US vessel sets sail with aid
The Muslim holy fasting month of Ramadan begins tomorrow.
American officials said it is likely to be weeks before the pier is operational.
Meanwhile, Biden said he believes Netanyahu is “hurting Israel more than helping Israel”.
The health ministry in Gaza today said the number of deaths in Israel's bombardment and ground offensive in Gaza had risen to 31,045.
Pro-Palestine protesters occupy departure halls of Shannon Airport
This month
March 2024
Aid ship from Cyprus 'ready' to sail for Gaza through maritime corridor
The head of the European Commission expressed hope that a maritime corridor could open tomorrow, although details remained unclear.
US President Joe Biden said on Thursday that the US military would build a "temporary pier" off Gaza's coast to bring in aid.
A humanitarian aid airdrop in the north of Gaza killed five people and wounded 10 yesterday.
Biden caught on hot mic saying he and Netanyahu will need to have a 'come to Jesus meeting'
'I want to show my solidarity': Imelda May appears on Late Late Show wearing traditional Palestinian dress
'Thank god I made it out with my kids': Wife of Irish man stuck in Gaza pleads with govt for help
Since Israel scaled-up its war on Palestinians more than 70 Irish citizens have fled Gaza, but a small number remain.
Humanitarian aid airdrop kills five people and injures 10 in northern Gaza
Explainer: How will the US build its makeshift humanitarian aid port on the beaches of Gaza?
Biden announced last night that he has ordered the construction of a temporary port.
Performers criticise RTÉ for omission of Lankum's acceptance speech about Gaza