Gazan Students Blocked from Irish Scholarships | Cork News

Over 20 Gazan students with full Irish scholarships are being denied visas on bizarre grounds—like lacking proof of English skills, despite universities confirming they meet requirements. Gaps in their education or work history? Directly tied to Gaza’s war and collapsed system, making documentation nearly impossible. One student, Naim Abuhassan, is racing against time to get evacuated—he can’t leave until his visa clears, or he’ll have to defer studies, risking his life back home. This year’s refusal rate has flipped from last year’s success: over 80 students evacuated then, now barely any approved. A major foundation has paused donations because it can’t guarantee visas will come through. Politicians are demanding action, questioning why Ireland approves thousands of visas yearly for other nations but blocks these scholarship holders. The Department of Justice is now under pressure to respond. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b6b2079d0e4bbd84