Israel-Hamas conflict

Stories relating to the conflict between Israel and Hamas militants

‘Very challenging’ to get EU to agree to suspend Israel trade deal - Tánaiste

‘Very challenging’ to get EU to agree to suspend Israel trade deal - Tánaiste

Micheál Martin was speaking in Brussels after Ireland and Spain requested review of accord

By Naomi O’LearyMon Feb 19 2024 - 11:00

Israel rules out Palestinian state as part of settlement after Gaza war

Israel rules out Palestinian state as part of settlement after Gaza war

Unanimous ministerial vote by Israeli cabinet ‘rejects international diktats regarding permanent settlement with the Palestinians’, insisting recognition of a state would reward terrorism

By Mark Weiss and in JerusalemSun Feb 18 2024 - 21:47

ICJ to be asked for advisory opinion on Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories

ICJ to be asked for advisory opinion on Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories

The case, to be led by Indonesia on behalf of the UN general assembly, is separate from the action brought last month by South Africa alleging genocide by Israel against the Palestinian population of Gaza

By Peter CluskeySun Feb 18 2024 - 16:00

Further protests held in Dublin over ‘unconscionable’ conditions in Gaza

Further protests held in Dublin over ‘unconscionable’ conditions in Gaza

Gaza's healthcare system is ‘being demolished’ with Nasser hospital under siege, says Dublin-based GP

By Sorcha Pollak and Jack PowerSun Feb 18 2024 - 14:03

Israel-Hamas war: Nasser hospital in Gaza ‘not functional’, says WHO chief

Israel-Hamas war: Nasser hospital in Gaza ‘not functional’, says WHO chief

United States set to veto UN vote calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire

By Yohannes LoweSun Feb 18 2024 - 13:20

Could Ireland’s dialled-up rhetoric against Israel trigger a corporate backlash?

Could Ireland’s dialled-up rhetoric against Israel trigger a corporate backlash?

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has accused Tel Aviv of being ‘blinded by rage’ while Minister for Enterprise Simon Coveney claims it is ‘behaving like a rogue state’

By Eoin Burke-KennedySun Feb 18 2024 - 12:00

It is possible to support our Jewish friends and speak out against the unspeakable crimes in Gaza

It is possible to support our Jewish friends and speak out against the unspeakable crimes in Gaza

Rite & Reason: How to respond to the current slaughter in Gaza in an interfaith context?

By Myozan Ian KilroySun Feb 18 2024 - 00:30

‘People in Ireland are not willing to normalise what’s happening’: Thousands march in Dublin against Gaza violence

‘People in Ireland are not willing to normalise what’s happening’: Thousands march in Dublin against Gaza violence

Gaza protest in Dublin hears calls for Israel to face consequences for killing civilians during conflict

By Jack PowerSat Feb 17 2024 - 15:02

Israeli air strikes hit Gaza with 100 arrests made at Khan Younis hospital

Israeli air strikes hit Gaza with 100 arrests made at Khan Younis hospital

Hamas denies weapons were found by Israeli forces in medical facility where 10,000 displaced Palestinians are sheltering

Sat Feb 17 2024 - 13:39

Talk of European nuclear deterrent without US involvement ‘not helpful’, says Nato boss

Talk of European nuclear deterrent without US involvement ‘not helpful’, says Nato boss

European Commission to open defence innovation office in Ukraine as Continent must ‘step up its industrial base’, says von der Leyen

Sat Feb 17 2024 - 13:19

Idles: ‘It’s not supposed to be a perpetual party. Unfortunately it has had negative consequences for us’

Idles: ‘It’s not supposed to be a perpetual party. Unfortunately it has had negative consequences for us’

Mark Bowen on helping frontman Joe Talbot face his alcohol demons, changing tack on new album Tangk, and Bob Vylan’s recent scathing criticism of the band

By Ed PowerSat Feb 17 2024 - 05:15

Palestinian ambassador thanks Ireland for ‘strong and continued support’

Palestinian ambassador thanks Ireland for ‘strong and continued support’

Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns accuses Israel of ‘genocidal intent’, saying ‘there is no greater crime on Earth’

By Tim O'BrienFri Feb 16 2024 - 21:55

Gaza’s largest functioning hospital under siege as Israeli war planes strike Rafah

Gaza’s largest functioning hospital under siege as Israeli war planes strike Rafah

Health ministry in Gaza says five patients at Nasser Hospital have died

Fri Feb 16 2024 - 19:42

Israel no longer a normal democracy, Taoiseach says as he pushes for ceasefire in Gaza

Israel no longer a normal democracy, Taoiseach says as he pushes for ceasefire in Gaza

Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, Varadkar says Europe must be prepared to defend itself without the United States

By Conor GallagherFri Feb 16 2024 - 19:00

Sarah McInerney’s lethally loaded question leaves her guest flummoxed for an answer

Sarah McInerney’s lethally loaded question leaves her guest flummoxed for an answer

Radio review: Drivetime host’s approach is tested by Gazan horrors, while Stephen Rea is a sinister presence on Drama On One

By Mick HeaneyFri Feb 16 2024 - 05:00

The Irish Times view on the Munich Security Conference: ‘Davos for defence’

The Irish Times view on the Munich Security Conference: ‘Davos for defence’

Recent comments from Donald Trump have added fuel to calls for greater European self-reliance

Thu Feb 15 2024 - 20:30

Israel raids main Gaza hospital as Rafah concerns grow

Israel raids main Gaza hospital as Rafah concerns grow

Hamas denies Israeli statements that militants were hiding in the hospital and hostages had been kept at the facility

Thu Feb 15 2024 - 20:24

Ireland’s Unrwa pledge sends strong signal to EU nations of ‘unwavering political support’ for Palestinian people, says UN commissioner

Ireland’s Unrwa pledge sends strong signal to EU nations of ‘unwavering political support’ for Palestinian people, says UN commissioner

UNRWA can only be phased out when ‘genuine, lasting and fair political situation’ is found for Palestinian refugees, says Philippe Lazzarini

By Sorcha PollakThu Feb 15 2024 - 19:00

Hizbullah promises to retaliate after 10 civilians die in Israeli airstrikes

Hizbullah promises to retaliate after 10 civilians die in Israeli airstrikes

Hizbullah said it carried out its ‘initial response’ by firing ‘tens of Katyusha rockets’ on the northern Israeli town of Kiryat Shmona

Thu Feb 15 2024 - 18:07

Palestinian Authority remains responsible for Gaza, says Mahmoud Abbas

Palestinian Authority remains responsible for Gaza, says Mahmoud Abbas

Discussions on post-war Gaza governance of strip ‘gaining momentum’ among Arab countries

By Michael JansenThu Feb 15 2024 - 16:04

Houthi appetite for conflict comes at a cost to Yemen

Houthi appetite for conflict comes at a cost to Yemen

The country’s humanitarian crisis will worsen if, as expected, the US imposes a terrorist designation on the militants

By Andrew EnglandThu Feb 15 2024 - 15:39

Israel’s ‘disinformation campaign’ against Unrwa must not ‘undermine’ its ‘life-saving mandate’ - Tánaiste

Israel’s ‘disinformation campaign’ against Unrwa must not ‘undermine’ its ‘life-saving mandate’ - Tánaiste

Micheál Martin calls on countries, including US and UK, to resume funding Gaza aid agency

By Sorcha PollakThu Feb 15 2024 - 14:34

Green Party TDs and Senators urge ministers to use ‘soft power’ for Gaza on St Patrick’s Day

Green Party TDs and Senators urge ministers to use ‘soft power’ for Gaza on St Patrick’s Day

Backbenchers write to Government asking it to use ‘powerful voice’ to help achieve ceasefire

By Jack Horgan-JonesThu Feb 15 2024 - 13:25

Eurovision 2024: Boy George, Helen Mirren, Gene Simmons sign open letter supporting Israel’s inclusion

Eurovision 2024: Boy George, Helen Mirren, Gene Simmons sign open letter supporting Israel’s inclusion

Those seeking Israel’s exclusion from song contest are subverting its spirit and ‘turning it from a celebration of unity into a tool of politics’, says lobby group

By Guardian staffThu Feb 15 2024 - 08:44

Thursday’s Top Stories: One dead and 21 injured in Kansas City shooting; father of Matthew Healy pays emotional tribute to son

Thursday’s Top Stories: One dead and 21 injured in Kansas City shooting; father of Matthew Healy pays emotional tribute to son

Here are the most important stories you need to start your day, including nearly 600 asylum seekers refused refugee status in Ireland in January

Thu Feb 15 2024 - 08:10

European Commission will examine call from Ireland and Spain to review trade deal with Israel

European Commission will examine call from Ireland and Spain to review trade deal with Israel

Leo Varadkar and Pedro Sánchez send joint letter to Ursula von der Leyen about potential breaches of human rights obligations

By Cormac McQuinn, Naomi O’Leary, Sarah Burns and Mark WeissThu Feb 15 2024 - 06:00

Fighting along Israel-Lebanon border escalates to most serious level since start of Gaza war

Fighting along Israel-Lebanon border escalates to most serious level since start of Gaza war

Binyamin Netanyahu orders Israeli negotiators to boycott Gaza ceasefire talks in Cairo

By Mark WeissWed Feb 14 2024 - 20:50

No concerns Ireland’s position on Gaza war could cause diplomatic strain with US, says Harris

No concerns Ireland’s position on Gaza war could cause diplomatic strain with US, says Harris

Minister says he has had ‘very genuine conversations around the concern at the level of violence’ in Palestine enclave while in US

By Keith DugganWed Feb 14 2024 - 20:31

Ireland and Spain seek ‘urgent review’ of Israel trade over EU deal’s human rights obligations

Ireland and Spain seek ‘urgent review’ of Israel trade over EU deal’s human rights obligations

Varadkar and Spanish PM Sanchez ask for ‘appropriate measures’ to be taken if conditions of agreement have been broken

By Cormac McQuinn, Naomi O’Leary and Sarah BurnsWed Feb 14 2024 - 15:28

Gaza’s trauma: Why desperately needed aid is failing to reach besieged population

Gaza’s trauma: Why desperately needed aid is failing to reach besieged population

Famine looms for coastal enclave as inspections and security problems impede food deliveries

By Heba Saleh in Cairo, Neri Zilber in Tel Aviv, James Shotter in Jerusalem, Mai Khaled in Rafah and Andrew England in LondonWed Feb 14 2024 - 13:45

Israeli delegation leaves Cairo talks that aim to reach ceasefire in Gaza war

Israeli delegation leaves Cairo talks that aim to reach ceasefire in Gaza war

Senior officials from the United States, Israel, Egypt and Qatar are involved in attempts to broker a deal

Wed Feb 14 2024 - 08:17

Wednesday’s Top Stories: Israel ‘blinded by rage’, Varadkar says; Woman loses €450,000 in romance scam, Garda warns

Wednesday’s Top Stories: Israel ‘blinded by rage’, Varadkar says; Woman loses €450,000 in romance scam, Garda warns

Here are the most important stories you need to start your day, including RTÉ board ‘should have asked more questions’ on Toy Show the Musical, chairwoman to tell Oireachtas

Wed Feb 14 2024 - 07:52

Starmer under pressure over handling of anti-Semitism row in Rochdale byelection

Starmer under pressure over handling of anti-Semitism row in Rochdale byelection

Labour initially defended candidate before withdrawing support over claims Israel allowed October 7th attacks to occur

By George Parker and Rafe Uddin in London and Jennifer Williams in ManchesterTue Feb 13 2024 - 18:25

Irish in Rafah: ‘We have seen bombing of hospitals, people killed in the streets’

Irish in Rafah: ‘We have seen bombing of hospitals, people killed in the streets’

‘Gaza is finished’, says father of Irish citizen with cerebral palsy trapped in border area amid ongoing Israeli strikes

By Jade WilsonTue Feb 13 2024 - 18:13

Biden urges US House Republicans to back Ukraine aid Bill

Biden urges US House Republicans to back Ukraine aid Bill

Doubts surround legislation’s fate in House of Representatives after its approval by Senate in pre-dawn vote

Tue Feb 13 2024 - 17:47

King Abdullah pleads for end to Gaza war on visit to Washington

King Abdullah pleads for end to Gaza war on visit to Washington

King Abdullah of Jordan tells Joe Biden of growing Arab concern over the prospect of an all-out Israeli assault on Rafah where 1.4 million Gazans have taken refuge

By Michael JansenTue Feb 13 2024 - 17:10

Israel has become ‘blinded by rage’, says Taoiseach, as he promises Ireland will take more action

Israel has become ‘blinded by rage’, says Taoiseach, as he promises Ireland will take more action

Simon Coveney says Israel ‘behaving like a rogue state’ and must end ‘savagery’ in Gaza

By Sarah Burns and Jack Horgan-JonesTue Feb 13 2024 - 17:08

Michael Winterbottom: ‘The film is about political violence. That theme is acutely relevant with what’s going on in Gaza’

Michael Winterbottom: ‘The film is about political violence. That theme is acutely relevant with what’s going on in Gaza’

The director’s films have often stirred discontent. With his latest political thriller, Shoshana, set in 1930s Tel Aviv, he knows he must be ready for pushback

By Donald ClarkeTue Feb 13 2024 - 09:15

Tuesday’s Top Stories: Biden calls for Israel to halt Rafah offensive; influencers wise up to potential tax bills

Tuesday’s Top Stories: Biden calls for Israel to halt Rafah offensive; influencers wise up to potential tax bills

Here are the most important stories you need to start your day, including child benefit to be extended and the perfect pancake recipe

Tue Feb 13 2024 - 07:55

Scores of Palestinians killed in Israeli raid which rescues two hostages in Rafah

Scores of Palestinians killed in Israeli raid which rescues two hostages in Rafah

Simon Marman (60) and Louis Hare (70) rescued as Hamas says Palestinian death toll exceeds 28,000

By Mark WeissMon Feb 12 2024 - 20:34

President pays tribute to late Dutch PM by reissuing 19-year-old statement on Gaza

President pays tribute to late Dutch PM by reissuing 19-year-old statement on Gaza

Andreas Dries van Agt, who died by euthanasia, served on European Delegation to Israel and Palestine alongside Michael D Higgins

By Shauna BowersMon Feb 12 2024 - 18:34

Top EU official says US should freeze arms sales to Israel

Top EU official says US should freeze arms sales to Israel

‘Netanyahu doesn’t listen to anyone,’ says Josep Borrell

By Naomi O’LearyMon Feb 12 2024 - 17:51

War on Hamas galvanises Israelis in quest for ‘total victory’

War on Hamas galvanises Israelis in quest for ‘total victory’

Surveys suggest majority of population are committed to the battle to defeat militants and return hostages

By James Shotter in JerusalemMon Feb 12 2024 - 12:56

Israeli assault on Rafah puts more than a million civilians at ‘grave risk’, Varadkar warns

Israeli assault on Rafah puts more than a million civilians at ‘grave risk’, Varadkar warns

Martin asserts Irish support for UNRWA as only option to provide education and health services as well as humanitarian supplies

By Olivia KelleherMon Feb 12 2024 - 08:37

Monday’s Top Stories: Israel says two hostages rescued as air strikes reported in Rafah; world marathon record holder dies in accident

Monday’s Top Stories: Israel says two hostages rescued as air strikes reported in Rafah; world marathon record holder dies in accident

Here are the most important stories you need to start your day, including Uisce Éireann ‘taking advice’ on warnings to 220,000 over toxic chemicals

Mon Feb 12 2024 - 07:45

Israel-Hamas war: International warnings mount ahead of planned Rafah offensive

Israel-Hamas war: International warnings mount ahead of planned Rafah offensive

Netanyahu reiterates intention to extend Israeli military offensive to Gaza’s southernmost city

By Mark Weiss and Cormac McQuinnSun Feb 11 2024 - 20:59

‘I did it for Gaza’: 75-year-old grandmother skydives to raise funds for war victims

‘I did it for Gaza’: 75-year-old grandmother skydives to raise funds for war victims

Mary McDonnell, from Co Tipperary, jumps with son Mike to raise funds for charities in Gaza

By Shauna BowersSun Feb 11 2024 - 18:22

Israeli settlers left Gaza in 2005. They now see a chance to return

Israeli settlers left Gaza in 2005. They now see a chance to return

After four months of war and a death toll that officials in Gaza say exceeds 27,000, international pressure is mounting on Israel to withdraw from Gaza

By Natan Odenheimer in JerusalemSun Feb 11 2024 - 12:00

Republic of Ireland U17 girls side will fulfil competitive fixture against Israel

Republic of Ireland U17 girls side will fulfil competitive fixture against Israel

FAI confirm they have exceeded gender balance on their board with appointment of two women directors

By Gavin CummiskeySat Feb 10 2024 - 14:37

Gaza: Palestinians brace for Rafah assault as Israel promises evacuation plan

Gaza: Palestinians brace for Rafah assault as Israel promises evacuation plan

Aid groups fear large-scale civilian casualties as Israel moves to destroy Hamas units in city

Sat Feb 10 2024 - 13:24

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