Sorca Clarke TD asked the Minister for Foreign: Middle East

Sorca Clarke, the TD for County Longford, raised a question in the Oireachtas to the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade concerning the safety of Irish citizens aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla. The question asked what measures the Minister and her department were taking to protect those on the flotilla and whether a statement would be issued on the matter. The Global Sumud Flotilla is a humanitarian mission that has drawn attention to the plight of Palestinians and the safety of foreign nationals involved. Clarke’s inquiry was part of a broader parliamentary debate on Ireland’s role in international humanitarian efforts. The Minister was asked to outline the steps being taken to ensure the well‑being of Irish passengers and to confirm whether a formal statement would be released. The question reflects growing concern among Irish representatives about the safety of citizens abroad. For the full transcript of the session, see the Oireachtas records.

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