Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

When I informed Deputy Troy of the position yesterday, my understanding was that the ambassador in Moscow was in direct contact with the Russian authorities. If the discussions have broken down, then the Deputy has told me something of which I was not aware. This is a complex and sensitive matter and I will bring it to the attention of the Minister this morning. I was not aware that the embassy has informed the families involved - I do not know whether this is true - that negotiations have broken down.

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