Department of Foreign Affairs building defaced in red paint for third time
A spokesperson for the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade said it is aware of a 'security incident' outside of Iveagh House early this morning.
"An Garda Síochána was contacted and is actively following up on the matter,' they said.
It is the third time since the Gaza conflict began that the government building has been targeted with red paint by protestors.
Last August, red paint daubed 'Gaza BDS now' on the building in support of the international Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions campaign led by supporters of the Palestinian cause against Israel.
While in November 2023, protestors in support of Palestine threw red paint on the front of the building during a demonstration.
An Garda Síochána has been contacted for comment.
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