Irish PM panned for saying freed hostage child Emily Hand found after she was lost The Times of Israel

Officer acquitted of manslaughter for shooting Iyad Halak after mistaking phone for gun; court says its 'heart is with deceased's family,' but believes policeman perceived threat

Minister agrees with top cop on outline for force, which will reportedly focus on combating crime, amid confusion over body's purpose and who will be in charge

2 senior officials say sympathy for Israel dissipating amid IDF operations in Gaza, regional leaders alarmed at prospect of Palestinian refugees fleeing to neighboring countries