Michael Mullins (Fine Gael)

I support the call for a debate with the Tánaiste on the situation in Gaza. While I deplore the continued detention of 14 Irish people, it would be better if all the facts about these issues were put on the table. We need a balanced discussion on this issue. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is certainly a concern for us all. We need to see what we can do as a Parliament to advance peace talks and discussions and the resolution of the appalling situation that has continued there for many years. Although I agree with the sentiments expressed by Senator Darragh O'Brien this morning, I wonder about the relevance of tabling an amendment to the Order of Business every morning.