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<p> A protester campaigning for the enactment of the Occupied Territories Bill outside Leinster House earlier this year. File picture: Sam Boal/Collins </p>

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Occupied Territories Bill 'to be in place before July'

Helen McEntee will bring the bill prohibiting the importation of goods — but not services — from Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory

<p>A sign calling for the implementation of the Occupied Territories Bill at a protest outside Taoiseach Micheál Martin's Cork office last year. It has been thrown into sharp focus again after Irish activists were among many detained by Israeli forces while part of a Gaza-bound flotilla in the Mediterranean Sea. Picture: Noel Sweeney</p>

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ieExplains: What is the Occupied Territories Bill and why is it in the news?

<p>A Palestinian man sits on the rubble at the site of a residential building targeted overnight by an Israeli strike, following a warning from the Israeli military to evacuate, in Deir el-Balah in the central Gaza Strip. Picture: Eyad Baba/Getty Images</p>

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In the Occupied West Bank, I witnessed apartheid

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US sanctions on members of international criminal court 'thuggish' and 'bullying'

Israel Minister Explainer

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France bans Israel’s Ben-Gvir after ‘unspeakable’ flotilla detainee taunts

Israel-Hamas conflict

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Irish flotilla activists return home after Israeli detention

Irish flotilla activists detained by Israel to be deported via Turkey

Shona Murray: EU must hold Israel lawmakers to collective responsibility

Even Benjamin Netanyahu sought the higher moral ground as he criticised the treatment of flotilla activists by his own security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir — but once again, no consequences for Israel or Ben-Gvir himself are likely to materialise.

Sat, 23 May, 2026

Israel kidnapped and mistreated Irish citizens. When will the Government act?

Israel kidnapped and mistreated Irish citizens. When will the Government act?

Even as Ben-Gvir livestreamed his video taunting kidnapped flotilla activists, a majority of TDs in Dáil Éireann voted down the Occupied Territories Bill. SARAH CLANCY isn't holding her breath for a better response

Fri, 22 May, 2026

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Malachy O’Rourke becomes first leading inter-county manager to oppose GAA's Allianz link

The Tyrone boss becomes the first leading inter-county manager to publicly express his opposition

Fri, 22 May, 2026

Irish flotilla activists detained by Israel to be deported via Turkey

Cork activist says detainees were beaten after Israeli interception of Global Sumud Flotilla

A Cork activist deported from Israel has described alleged beatings and mistreatment following the interception of a Gaza-bound flotilla

Fri, 22 May, 2026

Taoiseach Micheal Martin visit to France

Micheál Martin: Flotilla video has ‘accelerated’ mood in EU for action against Israel

Taoiseach speaking following meeting with French president Emmanuel Macron in Paris and day after video which 'shocked the world'

Thu, 21 May, 2026

Occupied Territories Bill to come before Cabinet in coming weeks, Helen McEntee confirms

Occupied Territories Bill to come before Cabinet in coming weeks, Helen McEntee confirms

The foreign affairs minister criticised Israel over the treatment of 'illegally detained' flotilla activists

Thu, 21 May, 2026

Irish flotilla activists detained by Israel to be deported via Turkey

Irish flotilla activists detained by Israel to be deported via Turkey

Government seeks stronger EU action after footage emerged showing detained activists being taunted by an Israeli minister

Thu, 21 May, 2026

Taoiseach slams 'disgraceful' video of Israeli minister Ben-Gvir abusing bound flotilla activists

Taoiseach slams 'disgraceful' video of Israeli minister Ben-Gvir abusing bound flotilla activists

In the footage, Itamar Ben-Gvir appeals to Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu to grant him permission to jail the activists for 'a long, long time'

Wed, 20 May, 2026

Irish Cabinet meeting

Passing Occupied Territories Bill 'will not change Israel's behaviour' – Taoiseach

But Micheál Martin tells the Dáil the bill will be progressed and adds: 'I strongly condemn what the Israeli government has done, and condemn the action of the Israeli military forces'

Tue, 19 May, 2026

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Israeli forces intercept activist boat seeking to challenge Gaza blockade

Livestream shows Israeli forces in a dinghy pulling up to the boat

Tue, 19 May, 2026

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Further concerns over treatment of Irish activists detained by Israeli forces

The Global Sumud Flotilla was carrying aid bound for Gaza

Tue, 19 May, 2026

Irish President Catherine Connolly visit to UK

President Connolly proud of humanitarian sister detained by Israeli navy

Ireland ‘must speak out in the face of injustice’, Connolly tells embassy

Tue, 19 May, 2026

Dr Margaret Connolly, sister of President Catherine Connolly, 'kidnapped by Israel' say flotilla organisers

'It's quite upsetting': President Catherine Connolly 'very worried' after sister detained by Israeli forces

Dr Margaret Connolly is among at least six Irish citizens aboard an aid flotilla who have been detained by Israel, say orgainsers of the Global Sumud Flotilla

Mon, 18 May, 2026

Two accused of criminal damage at Collins Aerospace in Cork City to face trial

Two accused of criminal damage at Collins Aerospace in Cork City to face trial

The two defendant appeared in court over the Palestine protest were supported by up to 20 people

Mon, 18 May, 2026

Dr Margaret Connolly, sister of President Catherine Connolly, 'kidnapped by Israel' say flotilla organisers

Dr Margaret Connolly, sister of President Catherine Connolly, 'kidnapped by Israel' say flotilla organisers

Flotilla organisers say Dr Connolly was on one of 10 boats intercepted in international waters by Israeli forces on Monday morning

Mon, 18 May, 2026

Meet the boy who marches on Cork's streets calling for an end to the genocide in Gaza

Meet the boy who marches on Cork's streets calling for an end to the genocide in Gaza

The first year student of Coláiste an Spioraid Naoimh in Bishopstown, whose family hails from Egypt, says he will advocate for a free Palestine for as long as it takes

Sun, 17 May, 2026

Eurovision Song Contest 2026

Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest as Israel comes second again

Israel has alleged a global smear campaign against it. Its performance at the final was not, however, marred by any obvious protests

Sun, 17 May, 2026

Unite the Kingdom march

Tommy Robinson’s march and pro-Palestine protest both under way in London

Two major protests are under way in London amid a huge £4. 5 million police operation.

Sat, 16 May, 2026

Israel-Hamas conflict

Shona Murray: EU still fails to defend citizens despite overturning of sanctions against Albanese

Other justices from the International Criminal Court are still suffering the same consequences as Francesca Albanese for their role in seeking the prosecution of Netanyahu

Sat, 16 May, 2026

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Israel and Lebanon agree to 45-day extension of ceasefire

A shaky truce between Israel and the Hezbollah militant group in Lebanon had been due to end on Sunday

Fri, 15 May, 2026

North South Ministerial Council

Government accused of 'mothballing' Occupied Territories Bill

Opposition TDs also called for greater sanctions on Israel

Thu, 14 May, 2026

Spain Yamal Soccer

Israeli minister criticises football star Lamine Yamal for waving Palestinian flag

Yamal, who is Muslim, posted pictures of himself holding the flag on his Instagram account

Thu, 14 May, 2026

A general view of the Aviva Stadium 26/3/2019

'Growing safety and moral concerns' for staff working during Ireland-Israel fixture

Union members working across transport, broadcasting, and aviation sectors are seeking guidance ahead of Ireland’s October fixture against Israel.

Wed, 13 May, 2026

RTÉ to air Father Ted Eurovision episode in boycott of song contest

RTÉ to air Father Ted Eurovision episode in boycott of song contest

Ireland joins Spain and Slovenia, where broadcasters are also boycotting the 70th iteration of the song competition in protest against Israel’s war in Gaza

Mon, 11 May, 2026

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Girl, 12, among at least 17 killed in Israeli strikes on Lebanon – officials

The three drone strikes south of Beirut marked another escalation since a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah went into effect on April 17

Sat, 09 May, 2026

Republic of Ireland Men Training Session

Tommy Martin: Why League of Ireland players have freedom to speak loudest in game of political football

Leading domestic footballers have registered their opposition to Ireland's scheduled game against Israel - while our internationals have yet remained silent.

Sat, 09 May, 2026

Colin Sheridan: Pressure grows on university over partnership with Israeli military-linked institution

Colin Sheridan: Pressure grows on university over partnership with Israeli military-linked institution

Campaigners say they will continue protesting until University of Galway's partnership with Israel's Technion, which has links to the Israeli Defence Forces, is brought to an end

Sat, 09 May, 2026

Palestine and Ireland flags at US military out of Shannon

Colin Sheridan: Demanding accountability from a government or a society is not racism

If every expression of outrage at the destruction of Gaza and the annihilation of the Palestinian people is redefined as anti-Jewish hatred, then the word has completely lost its meaning

Sat, 09 May, 2026

Occupied Territories Bill

Government to decide 'soon' on progressing Occupied Territories Bill

Foreign affairs minister has received clarifications from the attorney general and is considering the advice

Fri, 08 May, 2026

'What they've been enduring is horrific': Fears for two activists detained on Gaza flotilla

'What they've been enduring is horrific': Fears for two activists detained on Gaza flotilla

After the Global Sumud Flotilla was intercepted last Wednesday night in international waters off Greece, activists have called for 'accountability for illegal kidnap' and sanctions against Israel

Wed, 06 May, 2026

GQ Men of the Year Awards 2018 - London

Paul Weller and Stephen Rea join calls for FAI to boycott matches against Israel

Current and former players have also signed letter to Football Association of Ireland

Wed, 06 May, 2026

Palestine Action Éire claims responsibility for criminal damage at Cork logistics firm

Palestine Action Éire claims responsibility for criminal damage at Cork logistics firm

Gardaí investigate damage at Little Island premises as activist group links protest to alleged ties with Israeli firm

Tue, 05 May, 2026

Memorial held at Shannon Airport for little girl Hind Rajab killed fleeing Gaza

Memorial held at Shannon Airport for little girl Hind Rajab killed fleeing Gaza

The Palestinian girl was killed by the IDF in January 2024

Mon, 04 May, 2026

Seriously ill in Gaza: ‘I wondered whether the cancer or a missile would kill me first’

Seriously ill in Gaza: ‘I wondered whether the cancer or a missile would kill me first’

Fatima is one of around 11,000 cancer patients in Gaza. War and blockades have robbed her of specialist care and even the very basics such as pain relief, all while suffering the indignity of living in a cramped makeshift tent. This is her story

Mon, 04 May, 2026

Seven Irish citizens ‘kidnapped’ after Gaza flotilla intercepted, organisers say

Irish activist says he had gun pointed in his face on Gaza flotilla

Some of the 175 activists onboard the Global Sumud Flotilla reportedly required hospital treatment after they were detained by Israeli forces on Wednesday

Sun, 03 May, 2026

Emirates Iran War Strait of Hormuz

US warns shipping firms they could face sanctions over Strait of Hormuz tolls

The United States is warning shipping companies that they could face sanctions for making payments to Iran to safely pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

Sat, 02 May, 2026

Seven Irish citizens ‘kidnapped’ after Gaza flotilla intercepted, organisers say

Irish flotilla participants taken by Israeli authorities released

Taoiseach Micheál Martin said he would be raising the matter within the EU

Fri, 01 May, 2026

Seven Irish citizens ‘kidnapped’ after Gaza flotilla intercepted, organisers say

'Not acceptable': Taoiseach hits out at Israeli seizure of Gaza aid flotilla carrying Irish activists

Government seeks release of detained activists after aid flotilla intercepted, with consular support offered to those affected

Fri, 01 May, 2026

Spain Gaza Flotilla

Israel intercepts Gaza aid flotilla in international waters

Seven Irish citizens among people detained by Israel on Global Sumud flotilla ships seeking to carry humanitarian aid to Palestinians

Thu, 30 Apr, 2026

Seven Irish citizens ‘kidnapped’ after Gaza flotilla intercepted, organisers say

Seven Irish citizens ‘kidnapped’ after Gaza flotilla intercepted, organisers say

Activists detained after vessels carrying aid to Gaza intercepted, with Irish citizens among those held, organisers say

Thu, 30 Apr, 2026

Trump White House Correspondents Dinner

Trump approval sinks to new low as war with Iran drives cost-of-living concerns

The four-day poll completed on Monday showed 34% of Americans approve of Trump's performance in the White House

Wed, 29 Apr, 2026

View from the sea port and containers (port in Haifa, Israel).

Ukraine accuses Israel of importing grain ‘stolen’ by Russia

Israel claimed that the vessel had not entered the port and had not yet submitted its documents

Tue, 28 Apr, 2026

Irish activist among five to face German court over attack on Israeli arms company Elbit

Irish activist among five to face German court over attack on Israeli arms company Elbit

Dublin man Daniel Tatlow-Devally was one of the five arrested

Mon, 27 Apr, 2026

Iran War

US negotiators to go to Islamabad, but Iran says no direct talks

Trump unilaterally extended a two-week ceasefire on Tuesday to allow more time to reconvene ⁠the negotiators

Sat, 25 Apr, 2026