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Irish Citizens Detained in Gaza Aid Flotilla
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Ten Irish citizens, including President Catherine Connollys sister, were detained by Israeli forces during an aid flotilla attempt to reach Gaza. The Irish government condemned the detention as illegal, with concerns about potential violence and lack of communication. The detainees, including Dr. Margaret Connolly, a GP from Sligo, might be transferred to Ashdod before being moved to prison for deportation, violating international law. The flotilla aimed to challenge Gazas blockade, with Dr. Connolly serving as a healthcare worker to highlight the targeting of Palestinian medical professionals.
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