Lahore, 15th May: Ireland, the most friendly state in Europe, is the most pro-Palestine country in the European Union (EU). According to reports, it took 45 years for Ireland to allow UN-recognized Israel to open its embassy in Dublin, yet the Palestinians have their’s before they were even recognized by the United Nations (UN). Some call it the most anti-Israel country in Europe. Here’s why: Reason No 1: Ireland has banned all the Israeli products in its region In 2018, an Irish Senator introduced the Occupied Territories Bill, according to which the sale of goods from Israel’s illegal settlements in the Occupied West Bank will be banned. Fines of $ 284,000 will be imposed or a sentence of five years in jail would be served to those selling any goods or services originating from Golan Heights, East Jerusalem, or the West Bank illegal settlements. However, as of 2021, the bill has not reached the final stage of becoming law. Reason No 2: Dublin City Council raised the Palestinian flag To mark 50 years of Israeli occupation in Palestine, in 2017, Dublin City Councilors voted by a two-thirds majority to fly a Palestinian flag over Dublin City Hall for an entire … Continue reading Why is Ireland the most anti-Israel country in Europe?