Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said that Israel has a right to defend itself, but that current solidarity could 'fall apart' if it goes 'too far in terms of its actions in Gaza'.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said that Israel has a right to defend itself, but that current solidarity could"fall apart" if it goes"too far in terms of its actions in Gaza".
He said:"One thing Hamas has done is attack not just the people from Israel, but citizens from many other countries as well. "And there’s a risk then of violence flaring up in the West Bank and Lebanon and other places, so we’re very much calling for restraint." He said there is concern about the evolving situation on the ground in Gaza in respect of Palestinians, families and children.
Following the meeting tonight, he said he"reiterated our firm condemnation of Hamas' repugnant attacks, underlined the importance of principled and clear action by the EU, and emphasised the importance of moving towards de-escalation, and the need to protect civilians in line with international law".
"I welcomed the confirmation that EU humanitarian aid to Palestinians will continue uninterrupted, for as long as needed."
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