Three students evacuated from Gaza arrive in Northern IrelandTheir arrival came shortly after the UK gave formal recognition to a Palestinian stateView Image Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald (Image: Liam McBurney/PA Wire)Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald has confirmed that three students who had recently been evacuated from Gaza have arrived in Northern Ireland to commence their studies at Ulster University. ‌The Minister said: “I am delighted to welcome three students from Gaza. I have been working with the British Government to ensure all Gaza students with a scholarship to universities here, receive prompt and safe passage. “Earlier this year I was made aware that three students resident in Gaza had secured prestigious Salam scholarships to study in Northern Ireland. This has been a broad effort from political representatives, the Home Office and Ulster University.