South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has commended Ireland for its principled stance on the war in Gaza, saying the world must unite to end what he described as Israel’s genocide against the Palestinian people.

Speaking at a luncheon hosted by Irish President Michael Higgins during his official visit to Dublin, President Ramaphosa said South Africa was encouraged by Ireland’s decision to recognise the State of Palestine as part of a just and lasting peace.

“South Africa commends Ireland for its consistent, principled position on Israel’s war on Gaza. There is growing global consensus that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza and that the world must unite to end the conflict. We are encouraged by Ireland’s decision to recognise the Palestinian State as a vital part of a just and endu

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