Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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I am acutely aware of the dire situation faced by civilians in Gaza. For this reason, calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire and access for humanitarian supplies is the central focus of my engagement.

Ireland has repeatedly called on the Israeli authorities to end the practice of administrative detention completely. We have also repeatedly highlighted the applicability of international human rights standards and international humanitarian law in respect of detainees, in particular obligations under the Fourth Geneva Convention.

I am conscious also that journalists in situations of armed conflict and adjacent areas often face extreme danger. Journalists are afforded protection under international humanitarian law because they are civilians. Deliberate attacks against journalists are forbidden.

In this regard, Ireland, along with partners, urgently draws attention to the rules and responsibilities related to the protection of journalists and media workers in conflict, in compliance and consistent with international humanitarian law which includes prohibitions against directly targeting civilians and taking all feasible precautions to protect civilians.

I understand that the individual to whom the Deputy refers has resumed reporting and was not arrested by Israeli authorities.