Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions
Dail Éireann — 2024-10-02
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Simon Harris (FG), Wicklow

It is a serious matter and I am trying to give it the serious answer that it deserves. The reality of the situation is we are engaging on a frequent basis, often hourly, on these matters. We are providing increased humanitarian aid. We speak up and speak out outlining our position on a constant basis. I have said consistently that I believe what is happening in Gaza is a war on children. It is a humanitarian catastrophe and the EU is not doing enough. The US has not been effective in bringing about a ceasefire. I believe the US and the EU desperately want a ceasefire but the levers that have been pulled have been ineffective to date and have not brought it about. That is what people will ultimately be judged on. I am very clear on this. I can stand up and I can condemn the Iranian attacks-----

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Sitting date: 2024-10-02