Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 November 2023
56. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs to outline the efforts being made by his Department to assist and secure the release of Irish passport holders held hostage in Gaza following the barbaric attack by Hamas on 7 October; and any similar efforts to secure the safe passage of Irish passport holders from Gaza; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49634/23]
Amharc ar fhreagra57. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if his Department, or any Irish embassy or consular staff, have offered assistance to an Irish-born person (details supplied) whose daughter was presumed dead but who is now thought to be alive; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49635/23]
Amharc ar fhreagra67. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs what actions his Department is taking to ensure the safe release of an Irish-Israeli citizen (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49908/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 56, 57 and 67 together.
My Department is aware of the case and is providing extensive consular assistance to the citizen's family.
As I am sure you will appreciate, Deputy, it is not possible for us to comment further as it would not be helpful to do so.
