No matter how Gaza and Hamas came to be, the main focus now should be on stopping all violence, freeing hostages, helping Gazans, and ending the conflict. The safety and well-being of everyone involved is important, as is achieving peace. Palestine is the priority for help and rebuilding.

Given Ireland's history of supporting the underdog and its minor role internationally, it's easier for the President to take a robust stance on Gaza. It's always simpler to back the underdog when you conveniently overlook their darker actions.No one is happy with the casualties but Hamas provoked it