Irish Embassy Israel

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Please be advised that the Embassy will be closed for Passover starting Wednesday, 1 April, until Wednesday, 8 April. The Embassy will reopen on Thursday, 9 April. As always, if you require urgent consular assistance, please call +972 3696 4166. Happy Passover and Chag Sameach

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בימים מאתגרים של חוסר יציבות, טוב לחפש סימנים לתקווה בדברים הקטנים. בברכת יום סנט פטריק שמח - לעם האירי לחברוֹת והחברים של אירלנד בכל מקום!

2/2 Irish citizens are also encouraged to register with the Embassy: ireland.ie/en/dfa/oversea…

1/2 The Embassy of Ireland is closely monitoring the security situation and related developments. Irish citizens in Israel are advised to exercise caution and follow the advice of local authorities: oref.org.il/en >>

I was pleased to join with Minister @1Hildegarde today to announce increased Holocaust education resources will be made available to every secondary school in Ireland. Read my piece for International Holocaust Memorial Day here m.independent.ie/opinion/commen…

(4/4) Press Release: tinyurl.com/3s5wmp5n Irish Independent: tinyurl.com/yuckn42m

(3/4) and labelling people as being somehow ‘other’ or less than human. Each of us, individuals and groups, and nations big and small must continue to recall and commemorate the horror of the Holocaust."

(1/4) Today, on Holocaust Memorial Day, we pause to remember the horror of the Holocaust, and honour the memory of the six million Jews who were murdered by the Nazis. More than 80 years since the end of World War II, it is more important than ever that we all - individuals and

We are relieved by the return of Israeli citizen Ran Gvili, the last hostage held in Gaza since October 7th. His homecoming brings a somber end to a period of unbearable pain. Our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and all who loved him. May Ran’s memory be a blessing.

The EU calls on Israel to allow international NGOs to operate and deliver life-saving aid to civilians in need in Palestine. Without these international NGOs, humanitarian aid cannot be delivered at the scale needed to prevent further loss of life in Gaza. ec.europa.eu/commission/pre…

This was an appalling antisemitic attack on the Jewish community celebrating first day of Hanukkah. Violence and hate must never be tolerated.

“I want to express my shock and horror at the incident which took place at Bondi Beach in Sydney over recent hours. All my thoughts are with the victims and their loved ones and the people of Australia.

Statement by Taoiseach Micheál Martin on Sydney attack.

A moving night at the Jaffa Theatre with Apeirogon, the play inspired by Colum McCann’s unforgettable novel. Extraordinary performances - and a room full of people choosing hope. Spaces like this keep the future alive.

The proposal to rename Herzog Park should be withdrawn in its entirety and not proceeded with.

Statement by Minister McEntee on Herzog Park gov.ie/en/department-…

We spoke about Ireland’s journey from conflict to peace, and the vital role women played in forging the Good Friday Agreement. Zainab’s curiosity and insight were inspiring. The future of diplomacy depends on young women ready to lead the next chapter. (2/2)

It was a pleasure to welcome Zainab Hardan, a student from @bengurionu, to the 🇮🇪 Embassy as part of the “Ambassador for a Day” programme. She met Ambassador Sonya McGuinness and our diplomatic team, getting a look behind the scenes of everyday embassy work. (1/2)