Ireland

Irish PM blasts Israel over interception of Gaza-bound flotilla

Irish leaders condemn Israel for detaining citizens attempting to breach the Gaza blockade, including the sister of President Connolly.

Author Sally Rooney partners with BDS-compliant publisher

Irish author Sally Rooney allows a Hebrew translation of her novel via an anti-Zionist publisher backing the BDS movement.

Irish President 'proud' of sister arrested on flotilla

Ireland's President Catherine Connolly backs her sister who was detained by Israeli forces on a Gaza-bound flotilla.

Irish athletes and celebrities:

'Boycott soccer match against Israel'

Irish sports stars and celebrities urge a boycott of the UEFA Nations League match against Israel.

Slovenia to air films on 'Palestine' instead of Eurovision

Ireland, Spain and Slovenia will not broadcast Eurovision after boycotting the contest over Israel’s participation.

Germany, Italy reject calls to suspend EU-Israel cooperation deal

Germany and Italy firmly reject calls by Spain and Ireland to suspend the EU's cooperation agreement with Israel. German FM calls the proposal inappropriate.

Dublin venue cancels MDA event, sparks outcry

Cancellation of MDA fundraiser in Dublin draws sharp criticism, as officials warn of antisemitism and censorship over Oct. 7 testimony event.

Over 100 antisemitic incidents reported in Ireland in six months

Irish Jews report 143 antisemitic incidents in six months through a new reporting system.

Ireland to play Israel in soccer despite seeking its expulsion

Ireland’s soccer association confirms it will play Israel in the 2026 UEFA Nations League, despite a previous call for Israel’s expulsion over alleged violations of UEFA’s statutes.

Emergency landing:

Hasidic Jew fakes heart attack and escapes from police

A Hasidic Jew facing fraud charges escaped while being extradited to Israel after faking a heart attack and disappearing in Ireland during his transfer to a hospital.

11 nations condemn demolition of UNRWA headquarters in Jerusalem

11 nations condemn Israel's demolition of UNRWA's Jerusalem headquarters, urging adherence to international law and calling for unimpeded humanitarian aid delivery to Gaza and Judea and Samaria.

Half of Irish adults unaware Holocaust killed 6 million Jews

Recent survey reveals alarming gaps in Holocaust knowledge among Irish adults, with half unaware of the six million Jewish victims and 8% denying its occurrence.

European states condemn Israeli law cutting utilities to UNRWA

Seven European countries condemn Israel’s new law blocking utilities to UNRWA, warning of humanitarian risks, as Energy Minister Eli Cohen orders preparations to disconnect the agency’s facilities.

Hate crime probe

Ireland: Antisemitic graffiti found on roads

Irish police investigating antisemitic graffiti in Co Louth as a hate crime. Holocaust Awareness Ireland warns of rising antisemitism and urges swift government condemnation.

Western states condemn approval of new Judea, Samaria communities

A group of Western and allied countries condemned Israel’s approval of 19 new communities in Judea and Samaria, calling the move unilateral and harmful to regional stability and peace efforts.

Demand in Ireland

Investigate whether Microsoft assisted IDF

A human rights organization in Ireland has submitted a request to the local government to open an investigation following reports that Microsoft assisted the IDF by processing data and storing Palestinian Arabs’ phone calls on its cloud services.

4 countries quit:

Israel to participate in Eurovision 2026

After a heated EBU debate over Israel’s participation, members approved rule changes preventing a disqualification vote, prompting four countries to withdraw as Israel prepares to compete in Vienna.

Irish Ambassador to Israel attacks, Sa'ar responds accordingly

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar confronts Irish ambassador to Israel and sharply criticized her country’s handling of antisemitic incidents.

AJC welcomes Dublin’s decision to keep Herzog Park name

American Jewish Committee welcomes Dublin City Council’s withdrawal of a proposal to rename Herzog Park, urging leaders to preserve Jewish heritage while supporting Palestinian Arabs, and warning against erasing Ireland’s Jewish history.

Over ties to Technion

Irish actress rejects honorary degree

Irish actress Olwen Fouéré rejects honorary doctorate from the University of Galway, citing its “extremely problematic” contract with Israel’s Technion.

Proposal to rename Dublin's Herzog Park set to be withdrawn

Council expected to pull renaming plan amid legal concerns and widespread criticism from Irish leaders and international figures.

Irish PM calls on Dublin to drop effort to rename Herzog Park

Irish Taoiseach (Prime Minister) Micheál Martin called on the Dublin City Council to drop the proposal to rename Herzog Park, calling the move 'divisive.'

Sen. Graham:

'Dublin move against Herzog Park shows cesspool of antisemitism'

US Senator Lindsey Graham condemns Dublin City Council’s proposal to remove Chaim Herzog’s name from a park: The Herzog family is one of the great families in the history of Israel.

Irish FM condemns decision to rename Herzog Park in Dublin

Ireland's foreign minister Helen McEntee has called for the name of the sixth president of Israel, Chaim Herzog, not to be removed from a park in the capital Dublin.

'Free Palestine'?

Pres. Herzog condemns Dublin proposal to rename Chaim Herzog Park

President Isaac Herzog slams Dublin City Council’s proposed removal of the name of Israel’s sixth President, Chaim Herzog, from a public park. 'Shameful and disgraceful move.'

US warns of consequences

Ireland advances anti-Israel boycott bill

Ireland advances a bill to ban goods and services from Judea, Samaria, and eastern Jerusalem. US and Jewish leaders warn the bill is antisemitic, illegal under US law, and harmful to Ireland’s global standing.

Irish soccer body votes to push UEFA ban on Israel

Ireland’s soccer body votes to urge UEFA to suspend Israel over alleged rule violations tied to Gaza. The move echoes calls from Turkey, Norway, and UN experts.

Jewish leaders call for dialogue with Ireland’s new President

Jewish leaders in Ireland urge newly elected President Catherine Connolly to unite the nation and engage with their community, following controversial remarks about Hamas and Israel.

Ireland elects President known for anti-Israel rhetoric

Catherine Connolly, a critic of Israel who once called Hamas “part of the fabric” of Palestine and referred to Israel as a “terrorist state”, elected Ireland’s president in a landslide.

After US pressure

Ireland retreats on Israel sanctions

Ireland is set to soften its sanctions on Israeli “settlements”, limiting them to goods only, after pressure from US multinationals and fears of economic backlash.

UK judge drops terrorism charge against Kneecap member

Terrorism charges dropped against Kneecap singer Mo Chara, who held Hezbollah flag at concert.

‘Der Stürmer-style’

Irish paper slammed for boycott guide on Israel

Irish Times feature on how to avoid everyday goods with ties to Israel lists global brands, sparking outrage and comparisons to antisemitic propaganda.

After Ireland

Dutch broadcaster joins Eurovision boycott against Israel

Dutch and Irish public broadcasters threaten to boycott Eurovision 2026 if Israel participates, citing “human suffering” and “erosion of press freedom” in Gaza.

Watch:

German police officer punches pro-Palestinian protester

Videos showing a pro-Palestinian protester being punched in the face by a police officer in Berlin prompted German police to open an investigation into the incident.

Finally first at something:

Ireland crowned top Israel-hater in Europe

Ireland produces little, their schools and health care are second rate, they cannot raise an army, and their population is largely inebriated. But in the one area they excel at, Ireland has proudly become the number one Israel-hating country in Europe. Op-ed.

Over anti-Israel performance

Irish rap group Kneecap sparks fury in France

Irish rap group Kneecap chants “Free Palestine” at a Paris concert, sparking outrage over their anti-Israel rhetoric and ties to Hezbollah.

Could face terror charges

Prominent Irish author backs banned anti-Israel group

Author Sally Rooney faces UK terror charges for funding the proscribed group Palestine Action. She defiantly vows to use her book earnings to support the organization, which was banned for destructive acts and violence.

Kneecap Banned in Hungary for antisemitic and pro-Hamas acts

Hungarian authorities cite antisemitism and national security risks in barring Belfast-based rap group Kneecap ahead of their planned Sziget Festival performance.

UK, allies urge immediate Gaza ceasefire

Joint declaration by UK, EU official, and 25 nations denounces humanitarian conditions in Gaza, criticizes Israeli policy, and urges immediate ceasefire and hostage release.

Capitol Hill:

Uproar after Israeli governor asks for tariffs against Ireland

US lawmakers made multiple threats against Ireland after Yossi Dagan asked them to intercede against the Irish bill to ban Israeli goods from Judea and Samaria.

Amb. Huckabee:

Irish ban on Israeli goods 'diplomatic intoxication'

The US Ambassador tweeted this morning that the proposed legislation made it sound as if the 'Irish fell into a vat of Guinness.'

Samaria Council Head urges US to impose high tariffs on Ireland

Irish parliament to vote on law criminalizing Judea and Samaria imports; Samaria council head Yossi Dagan urges US response.

New low:

Ireland's boycott bill targets Israeli 'settlements'

Ireland advances a draft bill to boycott Israeli goods from Judea and Samaria, an unprecedented move for an EU member, further escalating diplomatic tensions.

Amid Gaza war

Major Irish university severs ties with Israel

Trinity College Dublin announces a complete severing of institutional ties with Israel, citing "ongoing violations of international and humanitarian law." The decision includes divesting from Israeli companies and ending academic collaborations.

To target Israel:

Ireland still seeking to change definition of genocide

Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin tells legislature he still hopes 'that we will broaden the criteria by which genocide is judged' in order to find Israel guilty, months after first announcing that goal.

Ireland moves to outlaw imports from ‘settlements’

Ireland's government approves drafting a bill to ban imports from Israeli "settlements," citing international law and an ICJ ruling.

Over Hezbollah flag

Irish hip-hop artist charged with terrorism

Liam O’Hanna, a member of the Irish hip-hop trio Kneecap, charged with a terrorism offense by London’s Metropolitan Police for displaying a flag in support of Hezbollah during a November 2024 show.

Sharon Osbourne:

Band should lose US visas after anti-Israel Coachella performance

Jewish celebrities are condemning Irish band Kneecap after it projected anti-Israel messages on stage and led the crowd at the Coachella music festival in an anti-Israel chant.

Irish band displays anti-Israel message at California festival

‘F–k Israel’ message displayed at Coachella music festival and streamed to millions.

'Solidarity with Palestinians'

Irish protesters raise PLO flags over Dublin bridge

Irish protesters raise Palestine Liberation Organization flags across Dublin’s Ha’Penny Bridge during St. Patrick’s Day celebration, in bid to pressure Irish government to act against Israel.

Antisemitism in Ireland:

Israeli businessman assaulted in Dublin Hotel

Tamir Ohayon, visiting from Tel Aviv, was confronted, verbally abused, and spat on in a Dublin hotel bar by two women accusing him of being an IDF soldier.

'Zionists not welcome'

Israeli man harassed, spat on in Dublin

Young Israeli man attacked in a restaurant in Dublin, Ireland, by two females who hurl antisemitic slurs at him and then spit on him. "The police only came two hours after the incident."

Backtrack or clarification?

Trump: 'Nobody's expelling any Palestinians'

During a meeting with the Prime Minister of Ireland, President Donald Trump was asked about his plan for the Gaza Strip, and insisted that no one will 'expel' Palestinian Arabs.

Sa'ar: What a despicable person

Irish President appears to draw line between Holocaust and Gaza

Irish President Michael Higgins takes advantage of International Holocaust Remembrance Day speech to criticize Israel. Foreign Minister GIdeon Sa'ar: What a despicable person. What a distorted policy.

Irish Jewish community outraged:

Irish President to speak at Holocaust memorial ceremony

Jewish community in Ireland expresses outrage over President Michael Higgins, who criticized Israel's counterterrorism operation in Gaza, being chosen as keynote speaker at International Holocaust Remembrance Day event.

An  open letter to Ireland’s Archbishop Eamon Martin

Thank goodness there are many other Christians, including Roman Catholics, who reject, what so much corroborating evidence shows to be an ingrained animus towards Jews and their lonely, continuously targeted, tiny beleaguered nation in its tiny nation-state. Op-ed.

Ireland formally joins ICJ genocide case against Israel

Ireland formally joins South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice. The move comes amid already strained relations between Israel and Ireland.

Hostage's father:

'Ireland helped free Emily but now rewards Hamas'

Thomas Hand, the father of Emily Hand, who was nine years old when she was kidnapped during the October 7 massacre and spent 50 days as a hostage in Gaza, said that he would "hesiate" to return to Ireland given the country's moves against Israel in the war against the Hamas terrorist organization.

The diplomatic crisis between Israel and Ireland

The venomous Irish campaign of demonization reserved uniquely for the Jewish state has long been on eye-watering display.

Sa'ar:

'We decided to put Ireland in the antisemitic corner'

Foreign Minister Sa'ar meets dozens of influencers, opinion leaders, advocacy organizations, and experts: "You can see from the statements in Ireland that they are under great pressure."