Israel's Consul General Kobbi Shoshani has publicly criticised Ireland's support for a case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), which alleges genocide in relation to Israel's actions in Gaza. This criticism follows Ireland's decision to join South Africa's legal proceedings, which aim to broaden the definition of genocide to include actions by the Israeli state during its military operations.

In his remarks, Shoshani expressed disappointment, emphasizing that Ireland's involvement in the ICJ case contributes to a narrative that delegitimizes Israel. He argued that such actions not only harm diplomatic relations but also undermine efforts towards peace and mutual understanding between the two nations. Shoshani's comments reflect a broader sentiment within Israeli leadership, which has characterized Ireland's policies as "extreme anti-Israel" and accused it of applying double standards against Israel while failing to address similar actions by other countries.

The backdrop to this situation includes Israel's recent decision to close its embassy in Dublin, a move attributed to what Israeli officials describe as Ireland's "anti-Israel stance." This closure has been met with regret from Irish officials, who assert that their country is committed to peace and human rights and does not hold an anti-Israel position.

ANI