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Irish president says she is very worried about sister
Filed: May 19, 2026 at 6:05 AM ET
Summary: Irish President Catherine Connolly said she is very worried after her sister was detained by Israeli forces.
WHO: Irish President Catherine Connolly
WHAT: Connolly said she was very worried about her sister, Margaret Connolly, who was detained by Israeli forces.
WHEN: May 19, 2026 at 5:18 AM ET
WHERE: Israel
WHY: Her sister was detained by Israeli forces while aboard a flotilla bound for Gaza.
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