Israel Closes Embassy in Ireland Amid Tensions

Israel has announced the closure of its embassy in Dublin, citing Ireland's 'extreme anti-Israel policies' as the reason. This decision follows Ireland's recognition of the Palestinian state and its recent commitment to intervene in South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar stated that Ireland has 'crossed every red line' in its relations with Israel. In response, Irish officials, including Prime Minister Simon Harris, expressed deep disappointment and rejected the notion that Ireland is anti-Israel, emphasizing their commitment to peace and international law. Meanwhile, the humanitarian situation in Gaza continues to worsen, with recent airstrikes causing significant casualties, raising the Palestinian death toll to nearly 45,000. The escalating tensions reflect broader geopolitical conflicts and the implications of international legal actions regarding the Israel-Palestine situation.