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No deal
More than 100,000 people have fled Rafah ahead of threatened invasion
Israel continues its bombardments despite Hamas accepting a ceasefire proposal put forward by mediators.
The population in Rafah had swelled to around 1.5 million after hundreds of thousands of Palestinians fled fighting in other areas of Gaza.
Israel's military on Monday called for Gazans to leave eastern Rafah, which triggered widespread international alarm.
Israel has long resisted the idea of a permanent ceasefire, insisting it must finish the job of dismantling Hamas.
Malmo
Tensions between acts over Israel's presence on display at Eurovision press conference
The Dutch act called on Israel’s singer to answer a question about performers’ safety concerns.
the morning lead
Independent candidates overtake Sinn Féin as voters' top choice ahead of European elections
Independents and others have seen a large jump in support in recent weeks, according to a new opinion poll.
Almost a quarter of people (24%) plan to vote for candidates classed as 'independents and others' on 7 June
The next most popular choice is Sinn Féin on 22% (down one point)
Sinn Féin is the most popular party among younger voters, while Fine Gael is the preferred party for over 65s
Thursday
9 May 2024
Eurovision
Israel among ten acts to qualify for Eurovision Grand Final from tonight's semi-final show
Gaza
Israel ready to 'stand alone' after Biden warns US will stop arms supply upon Rafah invasion
Israel has said the US President’s threat to halt supplies was “very disappointing”.
Eurovision
RTÉ Eurovision chief: If we withdraw that's the end of the Olympics, the end of the World Cup
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Palestine
Ireland aims to recognise Palestinian State on 21 May as Tánaiste hopes more countries will come on board
Eden Golan
Israeli broadcaster says 'they will not silence us' as singer booed during dress rehearsal
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Drama
'It feels almost like a betrayal' - Bayern coach fumes at decision to rule out late equaliser
Eurovision
Large-scale protest planned in Malmö today to coincide with Israel's Eurovision appearance
Security is likely to be stepped up within the city today, ahead of the Israeli singer’s performance in the second semi-final.
Wednesday
8 May 2024
Gaza
Israel bombards Rafah as military says ground troops have carried out 'targeted raids'
Despite international objections, Israel sent tanks into Rafah yesterday and seized the nearby crossing into Egypt.
Tánaiste said he is “horrified” by events unfolding in Rafah, describing the levels of violence as “unconscionable”.
More than one million civilians are sheltering in Rafah after evacuating other parts of Gaza amid Israel’s offensive on the region.
trinity college dublin
Encampment in Trinity to conclude after students accept college's terms of divestment from Israel
rap battle
Opinion: There's collateral damage as Kendrick Lamar conquers Drake in the rap feud of its era
record temperatures
Global temperature streak continues with hottest April on record, says EU's climate monitor
euphoria
Watch: Sweden gave 'King of Eurovision' Johnny Logan a return to the big stage last night
The Irish singer belted out ‘Euphoria’ – the 2012 winner by the only other person to have won the contest twice, Sweden’s Loreen.
Eurovision
Bambie Thug says EBU 'ordered' change to Ogham make-up that spelled out pro-Palestine messages
Tuesday
7 May 2024
malmo 2024
Eurovision: Bambie Thug confirms they will perform in final after qualifying from semis tonight
The Cork-born ‘witch’ broke a bleak spell for Ireland at the competition by finishing among the top ten acts tonight.
Ceasefire negotiations
All parties, including Israel, agree to resume Gaza deal talks
Hamas said yesterday it would accept a ceasefire plan to end the conflict but Israel rejected it.
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May 7
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Donald Trump's potential 2024 running mate suggests Biden’s dog Commander should be put down
eurovision 2024
'Crown the Witch': Raucous cheers for Bambie Thug in Malmö have Irish fans dreaming
Travelling fans were in buoyant form after last night’s full dress rehearsal, held amid tightened security at Malmö Arena.
New York
Met Gala: Barry Keoghan and Sabrina Carpenter make red carpet debut but Zendaya steals the show
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Snooker
Kyren Wilson survives Jak Jones fightback to win world snooker title at Crucible
Monday
6 May 2024
Gaza
Israel carries out Rafah strikes hours after Hamas saying it will accept ceasefire plan
The Israeli military said it was conducting “targeted strikes”. Five people have been reported dead.
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