Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 November 2023
88. Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if he is aware of any Irish citizens, or family members of Irish citizens, who have been killed by Israeli attacks in Gaza; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50630/23]
View answerAs the Deputy will be aware, the situation in Gaza is critical and the high number of civilian casualties is deeply shocking. We urgently need an immediate humanitarian ceasefire, and a significant scaling up of humanitarian access and supplies to get vital aid to civilians.
The Department of Foreign Affairs has been notified of the death of one Irish citizen and the death of an immediate family member of a second Irish citizen.
Out of respect for the individuals concerned it would not be appropriate to comment further. However, I can assure the Deputy that the Department of Foreign Affairs has provided appropriate consular assistance.
