Israel closes its embassy in the Republic of Ireland and accuses the government in Dublin of pursuing 'anti-Israel' policies.

Dublin strongly opposed the war on Gaza and recognized the state of Palestine.

But the Irish government rejected Israel's accusations, saying it stood for human rights and international law.

So what is behind Israel's move, and why now?

Presenter:

Feel Abughaida

Guests:

Micheal Mac Donncha - a Dublin City Councilor with the Sinn Fein party

Alon Pinkas – a former Israeli diplomat and author

Zoe Lawlor – Chair of the Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign