Louth Green Party

"It represents some recognition by Israel that these activists pose no danger to Israel and that the flotilla itself was never anything other than humanitarian in nature.

However the families of those killed and injured most be informed without further delay and afforded the respect they deserve as they wait anxiously for a proper account of what has happened."

Regarding the Rachel Corrie, I repeat my concern that the Israeli navy have to date been acting with impunity and that this must stop. Otherwise there could be further loss of life. The Green Party welcomes the Taoiseach's resolve in this matter in his statements today . It is critical that as the ship approaches the Gazan coastline the overwhelming intenational view prevails and that the ship is allowed to complete its mission to deliver its humanitarian aid to communities in need in Gaza."