Holocaust academic backs decision to invite Michael D Higgins to Memorial Day event

Holocaust academic backs decision to invite Michael D Higgins to Memorial Day event

President of Ireland Michael D Higgins

A Holocaust academic has backed the decision to invite President D Higgins to speak at tomorrow’s National Memorial Day event – but urged the head of State to focus on the Holocaust and not talk about Gaza.

It follows ongoing controversy and criticism that has engulfed both President Higgins and the Israeli ambassador to Ireland Dana Erlich.

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