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"Ireland is ready to assist with peace efforts in any way it can" - Tanaiste Simon Harris

Oct 13, 2025 09:45
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"Ireland is ready to assist with peace efforts in any way it can" - Tanaiste Simon Harris

Tánaiste Simon Harris says Ireland stands ready to do its part

All 20 surviving Israeli hostages have now been handed over by Hamas.

Israel says the first seven left Gaza earlier - before the remaining 13 were picked up by the Red Cross.

Red Cross convoys are now making their way to Southern Israel, where survivors will be reunited with their families.

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The bodies of hostages are also due to be returned - at which point around 2 thousand Palestinian prisoners will be freed.

The Irish Times' Israel Correspondent Mark Weiss says celebrations are happening across the country.

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Meanwhile, the European Union will resume monitoring the Rafah crossing in 48 hours time.

In a post on X, EU Foreign Affairs Spokesperson Kaja Kallas said the return of the civilian mission at the Gaza-Egyptian border will play an 'important role in supporting the ceasefire'.

Tánaiste Simon Harris says Ireland stands ready to do its part;

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