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Thursday, 30 April 2026 at 10:52

A group of 175 were attempting to reach Gaza.

It's claimed six Irish nationals have been detained by Israeli forces after a global aid flotilla was intercepted.

They were among a group of over 175 activists taken from the Sumud Flotilla which was attempting to reach Gaza.

The Israeli Defence Force says they are now 'making their way peacefully' to Israel on board a military vessel.

Moate's Louise McCormack is among the Irish citizens in the flotilla but has been able to evade the IDF.

This is the moment she called the Greek coastguard:

More Action Needed To Tackle Adult Abuse Says Safeguarding Ireland

16% reported deliberately choosing not to act.
Athlone Drag Queen Brings Glamour To The Midlands

How Athlone based drag performer and founder of the The Haus of Kwén grew into a sell-out act and why LGBTQ+ spaces matter in rural Ireland.
BnM Lodges Windfarm Plans On Offaly Border

An Coimisiún Pleanála is due to decide the case by October 28th next year.
Carlow GAA Expresses Its Sympathies To Family After Work Related Inicident

Gardaí and emergency services were called to the county grounds at Netwatch Cullen Park at half past 10 yesterday morning.
Details Announced For Next Public Sector Pay Strike

Rallies will take place nationally from midday, including one in Tullamore.
Offaly TD Slams Lack Of Answers From HSE On Midlands Hospice

Deputy Tony McCormack says the project costs for the facility in Tullamore has risen.
Two People Taken To Hospital Following Midlands Crash

The single vehicle incident occurred around 1.30am.
Acting Media Minister Promises Enforcement Of Reforms At State Broadcaster

Enterprise Minister and Longford-Westmeath Peter Burke says he'll oversee the changes while taking temporary charge of the portfolio.

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