Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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Regarding the Bill itself, I have a realistic perspective. I see the Bill as a reflection of the Legislature's opposition to the illegal occupation of the State of Palestine. I do not see the Bill ending the war, Deputy Carthy. We need to have a bit of perspective about this and be honest with the Irish people. Passing this Bill will not stop Israel's behaviour, unfortunately. We were the first country to call for a ceasefire. Eventually others followed, thanks be to God, but it still has not resulted in a ceasefire. Israel's allies do not seem to be in a position to bring Israel to the ceasefire table, whether the US, Germany-----