Protesters disrupted Irish Dáil debate on Israeli bonds

Protesters briefly halted Dáil proceedings after interrupting a debate on a bill aimed at stopping the Irish Central Bank from facilitating the sale of Israeli "war bonds." The disruption occurred during a discussion about the controversial financial instruments. The interruption followed a speech by the Finance Minister, who stated the government would block the bill, citing concerns it conflicts with EU treaties. Sinn Féin's bill seeks to prevent the Central Bank from approving the sale of Israeli government bonds within the EU. The debate centers on whether Ireland's facilitation of these bond sales makes it complicit in Israel's actions in Gaza. Pro-Palestinian groups and opposition parties have increased pressure on the government to intervene.