Outgoing Israeli ambassador accuses government of fostering 'hostile atmosphere'

Meanwhile, Micheál Martin has said the recognition of a Palestinian State and intervention in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel should not be seen as 'hostile' acts

It comes as the Israeli foreign ministry confirmed the closure of their embassy in Dublin, accusing the Irish government of 'extreme anti-Israel policies'. Picture: PA

The outgoing Israeli ambassador to Ireland has accused the government of fostering a “hostile atmosphere”, leading to the decision to close the embassy in Dublin.

Dana Erlich said the closure of the embassy was the “correct diplomatic decision to make”, as Tánasite Micheál Martin rejected any assertion that Ireland has taken “hostile” acts against Israel.