The Dáil is set to debate a full motion condemning the persecution of Christians in the Middle East. According to The Irish Catholic newspaper, a draft motion is currently being drawn up for circulation to all parties in an attempt to gain all-party support for a condemnation of the ongoing suffering endured by Christian communities. It is hoped the motion will be tabled for a full debate by the end of January.  “This is a matter of grave concern and we want to work with other parties so that the Dáil can speak with one voice in condemning the persecution of Christians in the Middle East,” said Fianna Fáil’s spokesperson on Foreign Affairs and Trade, Darragh O’Brien, who is responsible for the motion. He added that he and party colleagues are “very conscious that other nations such as the United States, Britain, and the European Union” have already adopted resolutions and motions condemning the genocide and continued suffering of Christians at the hands of religious extremists. “That makes it all the more urgent that we do this too,” he said.