An environmental artist created a huge 'Free Palestine' message in the sand on the beach backing on to US President Donald Trump's golf resort in Co Clare.
Sean Corcoran worked with two friends to create the 106-metre wide installation on Doughmore Strand in Doonbeg on Monday.
"I couldn't just stand by while atrocities are being carried out in Gaza. Like so many of us, I’ve felt helpless for the last few months. I’d like to be on the right side of history. I don’t want to look back in ten years and feel like I did nothing," he said.
Mr Corcoran is known for his large sand art drawings which he creates with a garden rake on beaches around Ireland.
He is a regular visitor to the US on art projects.
"Israel’s actions are being made possible by the USA and other countries who continue to supply them military equipment," he said.
"If the Trump administration decided that my opinions and actions on the sand are anti-Semitic, it’s possible that I would be detained or deported if I try to return.
"I chose the Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg as a poignant location for this installation. I thought I would use the privilege I am afforded in this democracy to voice my opinion.
"I believe a turning point has been reached and politicians will need to start responding to growing public outrage. The USA and other countries need to stop supporting Israel. We all need to insist on a ceasefire. Do the right thing Donald Trump," he said.
