Taoiseach pledges to push for broader EU recognition of Palestinian state

Simon Harris said a ceasefire was needed 'so the killing can stop, the aid can flow, the hostages can be released'

Simon Harris met with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in New York on Tuesday

Taoiseach Simon Harris has pledged to continue pushing for broader European recognition of the state of Palestine.

Mr Harris met with Mahmoud Abbas, President of the Palestinian Authority, in New York on Tuesday, marking their first discussion since Ireland’s decision to officially recognise Palestine.