Israel to Close Embassy in Ireland Over Anti-Israel Policies

Israel has announced plans to close its embassy in Ireland due to the country's extreme anti-Israel policies. The decision comes after Ireland's recognition of a Palestinian state and its backing of an International Court of Justice case accusing Israel of 'genocide' in Gaza. Israeli Foreign Minister stated that Ireland has crossed every red line in its relations with Israel. However, Irish Foreign Minister countered that there are no plans to close Ireland's embassy in Israel, emphasizing that the two countries will maintain diplomatic relations. The move is seen as a significant escalation in the already tense relations between the two countries. The closure of the embassy is expected to have significant implications for diplomatic relations between Israel and Ireland, and will likely be closely watched by other countries in the region.