Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 9 July 2009
591 Deputy Charlie O’Connor asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the contacts he has had with the Israeli authorities following the recent detention of activists by Israeli forces travelling to Gaza bringing aid; if he will confirm that he has lodged a protest; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29889/09]
View answerI refer the Deputy to my reply to Question No 397 on 7 July, in which I set out the actions taken in relation to this case. Subsequent to that reply, as expected, the two Irish citizens detained arrived in Dublin on 7 July, following their deportation from Israel. Officials from my Department met with Mr. Graham on 8 July to hear at first hand of his experiences. It is understood that the passengers and crew of other nationalities also detained on the boat have likewise been deported.
