Ireland’s deputy premier raised the case of Private Sean Rooney in a meeting with ministers ahead of a visit to troops currently serving in Lebanon.
During a visit to Lebanon, Irish Deputy Premier Simon Harris met with Lebanese ministers to discuss the death of Irish peacekeeper Sean Rooney and the lack of progress in bringing those responsible to justice. Harris presented a formal letter and expressed Ireland's deep concern, highlighting that only one of seven indicted individuals has appeared before the military tribunal. Harris received assurances from the Lebanese government that the message was understood and that progress is needed.
