Ireland’s Strange Role in Israel Bonds | Cork News

Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 15, 2026 · 1m

Ireland’s Central Bank finds itself caught in a political firestorm over Israel bonds — even though they’re not sold here, Ireland’s EU status makes it the official approval hub. Governor Gabriel Makhlouf admits it’s a strange legal quagmire, but says they must follow the rules. Meanwhile, Tánaiste Simon Harris is pushing the EU to update regulations, which could reshape Ireland’s role. Protests are mounting, with demonstrators accusing Ireland of complicity in Gaza by approving bonds tied to military funding. The future hinges on Israel’s next move: issue larger bonds (approved anywhere in…