Ireland’s new president is a troubling ally of Hamas and a danger for Israel - opinion
During Connolly's campaign she even told BBC News that Hamas was "part of the fabric of Palestinian people" legitimately elected to lead Gaza.
Ireland's new President Catherine Connolly takes part in an inspection of an Honour Guard following her inauguration ceremony, at Dublin Castle in Dublin, Ireland November 11, 2025. (photo credit: PAUL FAITH/Pool via REUTERS)ByASHER MAOZUpdated: