Matt Carthy
Question:50. Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs his response to the actions of Israel at the al-Aqsa Mosque; and if he has raised this matter at EU-level. [19751/23]
View answerThursday, 27 April 2023
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The deteriorating situation on the ground in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territory is deeply troubling.
On 7 April, I condemned the violence by Israeli forces at the Al-Aqsa Mosque and urged respect for the status quo at the holy sites. Furthermore, I condemned rocket fire into Israel and all violence against civilians, including acts of terrorism in both Israel and the occupied Palestinian territory. It is of paramount importance that civilians are protected.
Ireland plays a leadership role at the EU in taking a consistent, clear, and firm position in relation to the situation in the occupied Palestinian territory. I work closely with EU partners to ensure that the Israeli-Palestinian conflict remains central to the EU's foreign policy. Most recently, I raised Ireland’s shared concerns to my EU counterparts at the Foreign Affairs Council on Monday, 24 April. I will continue to work with my counterparts to encourage the EU to play a forward-leaning role in the conflict.
Question No. 51 answered with Question No. 23.
Question No. 52 answered with Question No. 29.
Question No. 53 answered with Question No. 26.