Statement by the Tánaiste

From: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Published on: 28 July 2024
Last updated on: 12 April 2025

I am horrified by the attacks yesterday in Majdal Shams in the Golan Heights and Deir al Balah in Gaza. I deplore the death of civilians, including children, in both attacks.

As I have repeatedly stressed, the killing of civilians is abhorrent and a clear violation of international humanitarian law.

We must have accountability for all civilian deaths and violations of international humanitarian law by all actors in this conflict.

I urge all parties, states and entities to urgently de-escalate this enormously dangerous situation that could ignite a wider regional conflict.

ENDS

Press Office

28 July 2024

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