According to reports, during Micheál Martin’s visit to Israel his convoy was forced to make an emergency stop due to an air raid warning. Reportedly, tensions were evident during his meeting with the israeli foreign minister. Historically Ireland has taken a pro-palestinian stance. Conflict with hamas and the fact that palestinians are not allowed to leave Gaza may be a breach of humanitarian law.
According to reports, Israel are allowing two fuel trucks a day to enter Gaza to ward off disease. Their objective to eliminate hamas leaves the question who will be in control when the war is over? Following Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza in 2005 hamas and the palestinian authority fought for control.