Robert FISK

God bless and console his great soul. He informed us.

Sincere condolences to Robert's wife, family friends and colleagues.
I first met Robert on a flight from Damascus to Cairo in 1976 and have been in frequent contact with him in the Middle East and Ireland ever since
Robert always strove to give the facts: meticulous in his research and fearless in his reporting. Always generous with his time he gave invaluable insights and assistance to so many Irish peacekeepers down the years. What an inspiration,what a loss.
Rest in peace Bob.
Jim

At the end of the documentary ‘This is not a Movie’ Robert Fisk says, “If we journalists can do anything, it is to write the story of what we see and witness with our own eyes, to leave a direct and emotional record for people who are not yet alive, so that no-one can say this didn’t happen. No-one can say we didn’t know; no-one told us“.

This is one of those very rare occasions when, without hyperbole, it is true to say the world is all the poorer for his passing. He will be missed by those seeking to understand events in their historical context, by those looking for the truth, and by those who respected the eloquence and moral courage of a brave and dedicated journalist.

An inspiration to those of us who had the privilege of working with him in the many conflict zones. He set the very high standards expected of journalists in this line of work, often risking his own life so that the true story was recorded. I wish to offer my sympathies to Lara Marlowe also. Rest in peace.

So saddened to hear of his death, loved to listen to him on the radio with Pat. He was what a journalist should be.

What a huge loss to the world of honest journalism. Robert always emphasised the historical causes of current conflicts around the world which always came back to colonialism and imperialism. His clear, forensic articles and lectures on the Sykes-Picot deal, which cynically carved up the Middle East over one hundred years ago , are brilliant in understanding the history of the region. He has given a great service to humanity. Robert knew that if you were being feted by the wealthy and powerful then you were not doing your job.
May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Robert's family and many friends. A truly passionate and courageous reporter who provide a unique insight into global conflicts especially across the Middle East. Fond memories of his many visits to IRISHBATT in SOUTH LEBANON. Robert you were never afraid to call it as you saw it on the ground. "Pity the Nation" at your untimely passing . RIP

Deepest sympathy to the wife & family of Robert.
I admired his work.
Rest in peace

Amazing journalist, very sad, Rest in Peace.

A fearless journalist and a master of his craft. A constant voice of integrity, honesty and compassion. Rest in Peace after a life supremely well led. Ar dheis dé a anam dilis.

SUAINEAS SIORAÍ ROBERT.

Very saddened to hear of the death of Robert Fisk. A truly passionate journalist who put his life on the line many times in his career. I didn't have much interest in Middle Eastern conflicts, however, once I heard he was a "guest" on a radio or tv programme I would stop what I was doing and LISTEN. I always felt he gave unbiased reporting. Pity he's gone at a relatively young age and had so much more left in him. May he rest in peace.

Very sad to hear of Robert Fisk's death a most wonderful courageous brave journalist
May he rest in peace

I always felt his humanity,honesty and intelligence when reading or listening to his reports from wherever he was doing his work. R.I.P.

My sincere sympathy to Robert’s wife and family,his many friends and journalistic colleagues,especially Lara at this time,
Robert Fisk was a truly dedicated and accomplices journalist,whose keen observations and insights in his journalistic belief a sharp intelligence and judgement in the formulation of his opinion after his assessment of corroborated facts collected from primary sources on the ground.
I.too .recall his reporting of t he massacres in the Sa Sabra and Shatila refugee camps in Lebanon asone of the most impactful and pieces of newspaper journalism I have ever read.
It simply indicates the standard of journalism he often attained during his long and distinguished career.

“Ni bheadh a leitheadai aris ann“, as the Irish say when a person of exceptional ability passes on.
His newly created absence leaves a void which may never be adequately filled or replaced.

A huge loss, many condolences to his family. He’ll be sadly missed. He provided a rare insight on the world through his brilliant and captivating radio broadcasts.

I offer my condolences at this time of sadness, loss and change. Robert, Rest in Peace.

I have a lovely memory of a delightful meal I had at Neil and Brenda’s house last year with Robert and his wife. He had a formidable cerebral apparatus.
He and his wife were wonderful company. Godspeed Robert. You have left I am sad.
Joe

Sincere sympathy to the Fisk family, I always valued his opinion, a truly great journalist.

Robert Fisk - a towering presence in reporting, informing, and advocating civilised behaviour in a troubled world. Very brave man. RIP

Condolences to Robert and family, it is with deep regret that I never got to hear Robert speak but never will never forget his outstanding reporting from a very young age, God bless and safe passage

My sincere condolences. I'm sure you are telling a good story somewhere now.
Rip.

Our condoulances to Robert's wife and family. We used to get a phone call from Robert in Lebanon "put the boiler on Jinmy, or else I'll freeze to death". Dad would have the heat on and the kettle boiling. Well dad has the heat on and the tea ready. RIP Robert, a gentleman and a great reporter.
From, Rosemary, Paul and John Keegan.

My sincere sympathy to Robert's extended family on his sad passing. I have great memories of many meetings with him in Lebanon. He was always true to his convictions in telling it as he saw it in conflict situations, sometimes at personal cost. His revelations will be sadly missed.

My sincere sympathy to the Fisk family on your very sad loss. Robert's passing is a loss to all those around the globe who strive for a more peaceful, just and fair world. He stood out as a brave and courageous giant among journalists and he kept our faith in human nature alive with his impartial, fair and fearless reporting of the truth. His death is a massive blow to peace and human rights campaigners everywhere. He was an inspiration to me and I feel your loss. Please take comfort for the fact that his life had meaning and purpose and provided hope to so many. Patricia

Very sad to hear of the death of Robert Fisk, I admired him very much, a wonderful writer and journalist.

Sincere sympathy to Robert's family. He was a superb journalist and will be sadly missed.

Sincere sympathy to Robert's extended family on his all to early passing .His books and columns gave us such an insight into awful genocide in Palestine and other troubled places. Great memories of being in his company in Cashel , Clonmel and Dalkey.
RIP Bob.

Thank you Bob for inspiring me and so many journalists of my generation who looked and learned and admired a master craftsman at work.

Sincere condolences to Robert's family on his passing. His journalism was exemplary but his reporting on the 1982 Sabra and Shatila massacre will live long in the memory. It was not just his description of the barely describable but his own visceral rage at its inhumanity. If the latter was what made him 'controversial' then what a tribute to his work and to his life.

We have lost a wonderful resident here in Dalkey. We would always listen to you at the Dalkey Book Festival of your fearless stories and your life experiences.

We send our love to your family in this awful time. Rest in Peace Robert, you were one in a million....bless you.

You will be sadly missed. You always told it like it was. Thank you for everything.

Very sorry to learn of Robert Fisk's death. A great and fearless journalist. Rest in peace.

Thank you Mr.Fisk,you will always be remembered as the Journalist who uncovered the truth,and you were always fearless in its persuit.Robert you will be sadly missed.
May you rest in Peace your duty is done.

So sorry to hear of the death of Mr. Fisk. His journalism and books were so insightful and welcome. He will be missed by his many readers.

My sincere sympathy to Robert's family. I loved his articles. He was a brave man and will be missed. RIP.

A brilliant journalist who could be relied on to report honestly. He will be sorely missed
Ar deis de go raibh a ainm Rest In peace

Perhaps the last great journalist.
Rest in peace Robert

May the road rise up to meet you, our beloved Fisky.

You've single handedly upheld fairness, truth and integrity for so many years and we've turned to you so often to explain the inexplicable. You deserve some peace and rest now.

With much love and adoration.

Thanks Robert for your contribution to my better understanding of this world. Sympathies to your family. RiP.

Sincere and heartfelt sympathy on the untimely passing of such a great journalist. A rarity! He will be missed by so many.
Condolences to his wife, family, friends and colleagues at this very sad time.
Mary Martin

Thank you Robert for your honesty, your scholarship, your bravery and for illuminating the darkest corners of humanities soul. We will miss you.

Deepest sympathies on the the death of Robert ,a great correspondent and educator on truths . RIP Robert

Amazing, credible, considered journalist. Thanks for your invaluable contribution. RIP

Ar deis de go raibh a ainm Rest In pease Robert -

Saddened to hear of Robert's death, I read his book- the Great War For Civilisation, hugely informative and and educational, Very Sincere sympathy to His Family, '
Patrick O'Leary, Co Kildare.

Sympathy to all RIP - an inspiring man of values - gone before his time.

One of the good guys rip Brian Keegan

Sincere condolences to all family and friends of Robert.
A truly great journalist and though not always agreeing with him, was willing to hear the reason for his story or debate.
Go n-éirí an bóthar leat . Rest in Peace.

Sincere condolences to Robert's family and friends. He was a man of integrity and truth poured from his pen. His likes will not be seen again.

To Robert’s family and wide circle of friends, you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Robert was a voice of humanity, justice, knowledge and a fierce defender of truth and using that truth to hold all powers to account. His generosity and love of human life, as well as, his relentless shining of his intellect on behalf of the downtrodden and oppressed peoples of the world. In particular his obvious love of and desperation for the people of Lebanon brought a spotlight of mans inhumanity to man. May he rest in peace and may his Spirit continue to inspire future generations

Hugely shocked to hear of Robert's unexpected passing. He was the only Journalist I have trusted for many years - am sick to death of the biased propaganda coming from Western journalists, and Robert Fisk was a writer admired worldwide for his integrity and sense of ethics. He knew who the culprits are and thanks to him the world is much more educated about the true state of affairs in the Middle East. He is an enormous loss to our world - his likes will not be seen in Journalism or political writing again. Devastating this is, as we badly need truth-telling rather than propaganda and lies. Rest in Peace dear man - will sadly, sadly miss your contributions in The Independent. I long ago gave up on Irish "journalism".

So sorry to learn of Robert’s passing, a huge loss to the World of Journalism, for His straight talking, in a World of “fake news” His “Desert Island Discs” interview was truly memorable. “Rest in Peace” Robert, You deserve it.

Very sad to hear the news of Robert's passing. A brave and courageous journalist who sought out the truth in the news and whose commentary in print and in word has enriched our understanding of the Middle East in particular. He set a high bar for his colleagues to aspire to. He is sorely missed. May he rest in peace.

Let us hope that the torch shone by Robert Fisk on the reality of warfare may be picked up another brave, truthful and resilient reporter. Solas na bhFlaitheas ar a anam. Another star burns brightly in the heavens now

So sad to hear of Robert's passing. He was a fantastic journalist. RIP Robert

Had the pleasure of his company in my taxi many times. A lovely man. Sympathies to all who were close to him.

R.I.P Robert. So sad to hear of Robert's passing. Had the privilege of meeting and getting to know this great man in Lebanon. He will be sorely missed. My deepest sympathies and condolences.

Deeply sad news about the death of Robert Fisk,may he rest in peace.A truly Great Man and always the truth and honesty in all his interviews on radio ,speaking publicly and reports in The Independent,Thanks for such Honesty,R.I.P.

Sincere sympathy to Roberts family friends and journalist colleagues particularly his great friend Patrick Cockburn on theirs and our great loss . I had the pleasure of meeting Bob on a couple of occasions and this was one hero that didn't disappoint . Rest in peace .