Ireland called on Israel to fulfill its international legal obligations in line with Fourth Geneva Convention regarding treatment of civilian population, especially in Jerusalem and its neighborhoods. It further confirmed Ireland’s position towards Jerusalem based on the international law, including the illegality of settlements, and the illegality of evictions and seizing of properties in East Jerusalem and other places. It considered these activities as the prime reason for the ongoing conflict, and an obstacle to peace. Moreover, it called on the Israeli authorities to cease these violations and end the consistent settlement expansion. For further details, click here.