Overview

• Taoiseach Leo Varadkar emphasizes the possibility of supporting both Israel and Palestine, advocating for parity of esteem and a two-state solution during his St. Patrick’s Day visit to the US.
• US President Joe Biden and Varadkar discuss increased humanitarian aid for Gaza and the urgent need for a ceasefire, reflecting shared values of liberty and opposition to tyranny.
• Irish Americans express growing dissent towards Biden’s stance on the Gaza conflict, with protests planned across the US and calls for a change at the polls.
• Varadkar’s visit to the US, marked by discussions on Gaza and Ukraine, underscores Ireland's role in advocating for peace and humanitarian aid.
• The Irish and Irish American communities’ strong support for Palestine signals a shift in public opinion and challenges Biden’s foreign policy approach.