New Irish PM on Gaza: 'Reason has been replaced by revenge'
Simon Harris, speaking to his party on Saturday, affirmed Ireland's readiness to recognize a Palestinian state. He condemned Hamas but said the Irish were "repulsed" by Israel's actions in Gaza.
People applaud as Taoiseach Simon Harris looks on after receiving a majority parliamentary vote to become the next Taoiseach (Prime Minister) of Ireland, in Dublin, Ireland, April 9, 2024.(photo credit: REUTERS/CLODAGH KILCOYNE)ByLEON KRAIEM
