Forty-two South African nationals are deported from Ireland following an operation by An Garda Síochána, the Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan says. Multiple outlets report that the deportations take place after Gardaí carry out removals under immigration and related enforcement powers. One report states the group includes 15 children. Gardaí also say two of the individuals had been convicted of offences in Ireland, and that their removal supports ongoing operations by An Garda Síochána nationwide. The articles do not provide further details on the nature of the offences, the locations involved, or the destination to which the group is removed. Irish Mirror and RTE both refer to the overall number deported, while Irish Examiner adds specific context about the presence of children among those removed. The reports collectively describe the action as part of continuing Garda operations, with the Justice Minister confirming the figure and Garda statements addressing the legal status of some members of the group.