Statement from the Tánaiste on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza

The suffering of civilians in Gaza has reached new depths of despair and misery.

Mass starvation is now spreading across the population. People are dying every day from lack of food and medicines. Children are starving before our eyes.

Hundreds have been killed while trying to collect what little food is available.

This is an affront to our collective humanity.

Ireland calls for an immediate and permanent ceasefire.

Israel must lift its blockade and allow the full resumption of humanitarian aid into and throughout Gaza.

All hostages must be released by Hamas and returned to their families.

UN and other humanitarian organisations must be allowed to do their work.

ENDS

Press Office

23 July 2025