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Ireland imposes travel ban on Israeli ministers Ben-Gvir and Smotrich

Ireland imposes travel ban on Israeli ministers Ben-Gvir and Smotrich

Summary

Ireland has banned two Israeli ministers, Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, from entering the country. The ban is due to their support for policies seen as harmful to Palestinians and their behavior towards pro-Palestinian activists.

Key Facts

  • Ireland’s Prime Minister Micheal Martin announced the travel ban on Israeli ministers Ben-Gvir and Smotrich.
  • The ministers are accused of supporting actions that could displace Palestinians from their homes.
  • Ben-Gvir shared a video mocking detained pro-Palestinian activists, which caused international criticism.
  • Both ministers are part of Israel’s right-wing government coalition led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
  • Smotrich lives in an illegal Israeli settlement and supports annexing Palestinian land.
  • Ireland’s justice ministry instructed immigration officers to refuse the ministers’ entry.
  • Ireland has recognized Palestine as a state and has criticized Israel’s actions in Gaza.
  • Other European countries like Britain, Spain, Slovenia, and France have also banned these ministers.
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