Ireland's Tánaiste Simon Harris emphasized that the country's migration system will not be disregarded, despite ongoing pressures regarding visa denials for Palestinian children. The refusal of entry to 33 children and accompanying adults has sparked criticism and allegations of double standards compared to responses to the Ukraine conflict. Harris highlighted the importance of child protection and noted that every visa is assessed on its own merits amidst claims of systematic application of stringent rules. An appeals process was mentioned as a possible resolution despite the proximity of the scheduled tour.
Ireland isn't just tearing up its migration system or rules in relation to this. Every visa has to be issued on its merits, particularly when it involves minors.
The approach of the West to the war in Ukraine and the war in Palestine could not be more different. Is the refusal of visas for the 33 Palestinian children from the GAA Palestine project not an example of this?
The Department of Justice will continue to robustly apply the rules, particularly when it involves minors travelling without their parents.
Ms O'Keefe was devastated by the denial of entry for the 33 Palestinian children and their accompanying parents and officials.
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