There are tensions between Israel and Hezbollah following fire exchange yesterday.
The Tanaiste's defended the Government's efforts to secure the safe evacuation of Irish citizens from Lebanon.
It comes as efforts continue to de-escalate tensions between Israel and Hezbollah following a large scale exchange of fire yesterday.
Independent Kildare South TD Cathal Berry claimed Ireland was 'freeloading' on other countries to get Irish people to safety in the event an all out war breaks out in the region.
Defence Minister Michael Martin's rejected the criticism:
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