Letters to the Editor, May 22nd: On Gaza, fox hunting and losing your keys

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

63% : This is a moment of real potential for Ireland, the UK and the EU.
61% : - Yours, etc, Sir, - It is encouraging to see positive energy and goodwill finally translate into a concrete step forward in the UK-EU relationship, as reported by Mark Paul and Jack Power in "UK declares 'new chapter' in relationship with EU".
57% : Respect for international law is unquestionably a part of public policy in Ireland, as is the protection of our fundamental rights.
53% : The EU buys more than 30 per cent of all Israeli exports and the immediate cessation would have impact that might save thousands of lives.
49% : The EU is bound by customary international law and EU law must be interpreted in light of international treaties, such as the treaty on Genocide which is binding on all member states insofar as they reflect customary international law.
46% : Does Netanyahu expect any hostages still alive to survive in these circumstances? President Trump, please order a ceasefire today, and allow the UN agencies to do their job. -
45% : International and EU law not only allows Ireland (and other EU member states) impose an immediate trade embargo on all Israeli imports but arguably requires EU states to do so.
43% : Ruth Coppinger TD will move the Animal Health and Welfare (Ban on Fox Hunting) Bill 2025, which seeks to amend existing law under which this cruel practice is permitted.
42% : The EU cannot ignore the ICJ rulings on the actions of Israel, and in effect indirectly fund this war by supporting the economy of Israel.

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