Spain & Helen McEntee

Spain: Spain has already introduced similar curbs on goods from Israeli settlements, making it the only European Union member to do so thus far and serving as a precedent for Republic of Ireland's actions.

Helen McEntee: Helen McEntee, Republic of Ireland's Foreign Minister, is a key spokesperson for the Irish government's stance on the trade ban, confirming its aims and expressing hope for coordinated action with other European countries.

Spain: Assisted in investigations; affected by group's operations.

Helen McEntee: Irish Foreign Minister; hailed outcome as culmination of years of work.

Spain: Spain's Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares reported that four of its 44 activists received medical treatment for injuries. There were also protests in Bilbao condemning the Basque police's treatment of returning activists.

Helen McEntee: Helen McEntee, Republic of Ireland's Foreign Minister, described the footage as 'appalling' and 'unacceptable', demanding the immediate release of activists, including an Irish citizen.

Spain: Spain condemned Israel's actions, called for the release of activists, and summoned Israeli diplomats. It also called on the EU to sanction Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Helen McEntee: Helen McEntee, Foreign Affairs Minister of Ireland, condemned Israel's actions, calling for the immediate release and humane treatment of Irish citizens detained from the Freedom Flotilla Coalition.

Spain: Spain has also banned Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich from entry, joining other European countries in their condemnation of the Israeli ministers' behavior.

Helen McEntee: Helen McEntee, the Republic of Ireland's Foreign Minister, is working to pass a law curbing goods trade with Israeli settlements, further demonstrating the Republic of Ireland's stance against Israeli policies.