Catherine Connolly
Coverage of Catherine Connolly in the Nexus archive.
- Ireland passes bill banning goods from Israel-occupied settlements in West Bank and Jerusalem
Ireland's parliament approved a bill to ban imports of goods from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem, citing international legal obligations outlined by the International Court of Justice. The legislation, awaiting final approval, aligns with Ireland's stance against Israel's occupation, including recognizing a Palestinian state in 2024 and accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza.
- Canada’s Carney charmed by Irish county filled with dozens of cousins
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney visited his ancestral home in County Mayo, Ireland, where he attended a Catholic Mass with dozens of cousins and participated in community preparations. The trip included meetings with Irish President Catherine Connolly and local leaders, as well as a tour of historical sites linked to his family and St. Patrick.