Murphy back in Ireland after his Egypt detention

PEOPLE Before Profit-Solidarity TD Paul Murphy has returned to Ireland after being detained in Egypt while attempting to march through the country to Gaza.

- BY CILLIAN SHERLOCK

Mr Murphy, who said his passport was confiscated during his detention, was among 10 people returning to Dublin Airport after participating in the large “March to Gaza” demonstration to deliver aid into the blockaded enclave.

He was first detained on Friday while on the march, but was later released.

He said he was later detained again on Monday after attempting to retrieve his phone from a police station.

The Dublin South West TD's phone has still not been returned by Egyptian authorities.