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Jim O'Callaghan
Politician
He is the Irish Justice Minister.
Notable Quotes
"the EU stood in solidarity with Spain and that migration required 'a united European response.'"View Story →
"It is a landmark of judicial cooperation between the two countries."View Story →
"Today's arrest follows my request to the UAE for extradition of this individual to face charges in Ireland."View Story →
"I would like to commend all involved in today’s development, which is the result of tireless work."View Story →
Related Stories
Suspected crime boss Daniel Kinahan returning to Ireland in high-security operation
The Irish Prison Service bought a bulletproof and bombproof van to transport the 49-year-old to court after his extradition from Dubai.
August 9, 2026EU commends Spain's 'swift response' to Ceuta migrant crisis
About 70,000 of the 72,000 people who came to Ceuta illegally last week have been returned to Morocco, Spain says.
August 4, 2026Irish fugitive and suspected crime boss Daniel Kinahan arrested in Dubai
Kinahan, in his 40s, was arrested in Dubai on foot of an arrest warrant issued by the Irish courts.
April 17, 2026