Catherine Connolly (Galway West, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I am returning to Gaza on which the Ceann Comhairle and Minister have expressed their horror. The Minister has said it is horrible to watch. However, we can do something; that is why the International Court of Justice is there. We can join South Africa and stop playing politics and waiting for the big boys to make the decision. We can act ethically and morally and can support South Africa in the case it has before the court. I am filled with despair, despondency and disgust at the attitude and the behaviour of the Government to date. Once again, I ask that the Government state, or at least go back to the Taoiseach and confirm, that we will support the very strong and courageous stance taken by South Africa.

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