Ging to receive special Front Line award in Dublin

Irishman John Ging is due to receive a special Front Line award in Dublin today in recognition of his work with the Palestinian population in Gaza.

Fri, 08 May, 2009 - 09:02

Irishman John Ging is due to receive a special Front Line award in Dublin today in recognition of his work with the Palestinian population in Gaza.

Mr Ging has been the director of the UN relief agency in Gaza since 2006 and was a prominent voice on behalf of the Palestinian people during Israel's bombardment of the territory in January.

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