Israel Closes Dublin Embassy Over Ireland’s 'Extreme Anti-Israel Policies'

Dec 15, 2024, 03:00 PM

Israel will close its embassy in Dublin, Ireland, citing the Irish government's "extreme anti-Israel policies," including what Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar described as "antisemitic rhetoric" and "antisemitic actions." The decision follows Ireland's recognition of the Palestinian state and its support for legal action against Israel at the International Court of Justice, joining South Africa in a case accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza. Sa'ar stated that Ireland had "crossed all the red lines."