Cork activist Tadgh Hickey who is part of the Global Summid Flotilla is among a group of Irish citizens who have been detained by Israeli forces
Protests have erupted around the world after Israel's interception of the aid flotilla.
People took to the streets in solidarity with the flotilla in Italy, Spain, Colombia, Mexico and Argentina.
The Tánaiste says he has requested a call with the Vice-President of the European Commission over Israel's detention of Irish citizens.
Simon Harris has confirmed 14 Irish people who were on board the Global Sumud Flotilla vessels
Mission organisers say two other Irish citizens have also been detained, bringing the total to 16.
The Tánaiste says he wants to speak with Kaja Kallas about the ongoing situation
Global Sumud Flotilla boats leave the port of Syracuse, Sicily, Italy, departing for Gaza. Picture by: Alamy.com.
