Leo Varadkar (Dublin West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I agree with the call for a ceasefire for reasons I have outlined in the past. If there is a ceasefire, it is important it be honoured by all sides, including Israel, Hamas, Islamic Jihad and other protagonists in this conflict. It would allow aid to get in, citizens of this and other countries to get out and perhaps for peace talks to begin.

In relation to the International Criminal Court, there is already an investigation underway. It has been under way for several years now. Referring Israel to the International Criminal Court at this stage, when an investigation is already under way, would be akin to reporting an alleged crime to An Garda Síochána several years into an investigation. It would simply have no practical effect or practical value. Also, the Deputy's proposal is flawed because it is to refer Israel to the International Criminal Court, and not the situation on the ground and that allows Hamas and Islamic Jihad off the hook. Perhaps that is the Deputy's intention. Perhaps it is an omission, but it is not-----

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