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Ireland declares Palestine as a state - what now?

Ireland, alongside Norway and Spain will formally recognise the state of Palestine, it was confir...

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12.00 22 May 2024


Ireland declares Palestine as a state - what now?


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Ireland, alongside Norway and Spain will formally recognise the state of Palestine, it was confirmed this morning.

Israel has recalled their ambassador to Ireland Dana Erlich in response in a “strong message to Ireland”.

What do you make of this historic decision? And, what does it mean for the future of Palestine?

Andrea is joined by Declan Power, Security and Defence Analyst, Ibrahim Alagha, an Irish Palestinian who fled Gazam Bisan Abuaita, a member of the Palestinian Women’s Football team to discuss.


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