Fianna Fáil defend Jim Gavin's reference to Israel's 'military objectives' after condemnation from SF deputy leader

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Fianna Fáil presidential election candidate Jim Gavin was criticised by Pearse Doherty for his reference to the 'military objectives' of the Israeli war on Gaza. Picture: Eamonn Farrell/RollingNews

Fianna Fáil has defended its presidential candidate Jim Gavin amid criticism of his description of Israel’s “military objectives” in Gaza.

Sinn Féin deputy leader Pearse Doherty had called for Mr Gavin to clarify comments he made in an interview earlier this week when asked about the Occupied Territories Bill.