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Tuesday 23 April

Today's Top Stories

Stardust state apology

Taoiseach says State 'rubbed salt in the wounds' of Stardust families as he delivers formal apology

Tánaiste Micheál Martin with Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry in Cairo
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Martin visits Rafah crossing after saying he fears Gaza death toll will end up 'much, much worse'

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Migrant crossing

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Court of Appeal

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