Israel Shutters Its Embassy in Ireland, Citing ‘Anti-Israel Policies’
Amid mounting international criticism of its military conduct in Gaza, Israel says it will deepen ties with countries it considers friendly toward it.
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Israel closes its embassy in Ireland
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