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Source: https://www.israelhayom.com/opinions/irelands-antisemitic-obsession/
Ireland's Antisemitic Obsession
(Israel Hayom) Ofir Dayan - In recent years, antagonism toward Israel has practically become Ireland's national sport. Ireland is now poised to become the first European country to criminalize the import of goods produced in Judea and Samaria. This would be in direct conflict with EU law, which states that only the EU itself can determine the trade policy of its member states. Under American law, U.S. companies - including those operating in Ireland - are barred from participating in boycotts not endorsed by Washington. Such companies employ more than 10% of Ireland's workforce. If forced to choose between violating U.S. or Irish law, many may opt to relocate, delivering a blow to the Irish economy. Morally, Ireland's decision to single out Judea and Samaria while ignoring far more egregious regions around the world is shameful. Dublin is not leading any similar crusades against companies operating in China's Xinjiang region, where millions of Muslims are persecuted. Practically speaking, this law would also harm Palestinians. Many Palestinians work in factories and businesses in these areas. What do Irish lawmakers think will happen to these workers if these companies are boycotted? The writer is a research associate at the Institute for National Security Studies.