Jeffrey Donaldson sex crimes were ‘evil and horrific’, Irish premier says Former DUP leader Donaldson was convicted on Monday at Newry Crown Court on 18 sex offences. Evening Standard · Jun 23
Keir Starmer had ‘significant role’ in UK-Ireland reset, Taoiseach says Taoiseach Micheál Martin conveyed his ‘best wishes’ to Sir Keir following the announcement of his resignation on Monday. Evening Standard · Jun 22
Italian PM Meloni says she was ‘astonished’ by Trump claims that she ‘begged’ him for a photo - as it happened Italy’s foreign minister Antonio Tajani canceled his planned trip to the US in response to the ‘made up’ remarks The Guardian - UK · Jun 19
Irish border is ‘wrong issue’ to focus on after Belfast stabbing – Taoiseach Micheál Martin emphasised the importance of data sharing and intelligence sharing between Irish and British authorities. Evening Standard · Jun 15
Irish Government considering social media ban for under-16s Simon Harris indicated Ireland would follow the European Union in terms of action on the issue. Evening Standard · Jun 15
‘Middle powers have a choice’: Canada's Carney calls for ‘third path’ beyond US Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney used a visit to Ireland on Saturday to reinforce his push for closer ties with Europe, arguing that medium-sized nations should work together rather than compete for favour with the United States ahead of next week’s G7 summit. The Times of India · Jun 13
Starmer and Martin discuss functioning of Common Travel Area The two leaders spoke on the phone on Friday. Evening Standard · Jun 12
Governments to work together to ‘prevent abuse’ of CTA after Belfast stabbing ‘We simply cannot have people coming in either to Ireland or the UK that are dangerous individuals,’ Emma Little-Pengelly said. Evening Standard · Jun 11
Ireland to focus on Ukraine and protecting children online during EU presidency Hosting the obligatory six-month term is expected to cost between 165 and 185 million euro, excluding security costs. Evening Standard · Jun 10
Disorder ‘orchestrated by loyalist and far-right thugs’, McDonald says Irish premier Micheál Martin said the stabbing attack on Monday was ‘savage’. Evening Standard · Jun 10
Kallas visit puts Ireland’s alumina exports to Russia under EU spotlight EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas is in Dublin for talks with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin, placing Ireland at the centre of a sharpening European dispute over whether alumina exported from an Irish refinery to Russia is helping to sustain Moscow’s war machine in Ukraine. Radio France Internationale · Jun 9
Ireland’s neutrality ‘does not provide immunity’ from threats to Europe – Kallas The EU’s foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said now was ‘not the time for complacency’ on defence. Evening Standard · Jun 9
Why Ireland is under fire over its alumina exports to Russia Though legal, Ireland's alumina exports to Russia have prompted outrage just as the country prepares to assume the EU Council's presidency. Euronews · Jun 8
European Union ‘needs to do more’ in terms of Israel – Taoiseach Irish premier Micheal Martin said the actions of Israel are ‘not acceptable’. Evening Standard · Jun 6
International Business Times UK · May 22 'We Are Really Racists': Irish Security Slammed After Yves Sakila's Death Similar To George Floyd The death of Yves Sakila in Dublin has sparked protests and debates on racism, immigration, and policing in Ireland, drawing comparisons to George Floyd's case.
Evening Standard · May 22 Irish premier asks Pope for ‘every effort’ on redress for historical abuse Taoiseach Micheal Martin said Pope Leo XIV was ‘very clear and frank’ that the Church needs to support survivors of abuse.
Euronews · May 13 Dublin to Belfast train journeys set to drop below two hours in €700m rail overhaul A major investment in the Enterprise rail service will bring new trains, faster journey times and more frequent departures between Dublin and Belfast, with the upgraded cross-border route set to launch by 2028.
Evening Standard · Apr 14 Government wins confidence motion but loses junior minister Michael Healy-Rae voted against the Government, shortly after tendering his resignation as a minister of state.
The Independent UK · Apr 14 Fuel protests have Ireland's government facing possible no-confidence vote Ireland's government could face a no-confidence vote Tuesday over its handling of fuel protests that have blocked oil supplies and caused traffic jams
The Independent UK · Apr 11 Irish police clear demonstrators to reopen refinery as fuel protest causes chaos Police removed protesters and reopened Ireland’s only oil refinery as a fifth day of disruptive demonstrations over soaring gas prices has left many gas pumps dry and threatened to cripple transportation across the country
Evening Standard · Apr 1 Trump claims King Charles would have stood with US over Iran Donald Trump said he believes King Charles III would have taken a “very different stand” on the war with Iran
The Guardian - UK · Mar 31 ‘Repulsive’: Polish and Irish leaders condemn Hungarian foreign minister’s alleged links to Russia Leaked audio appeared to capture Péter Szijjártó telling Moscow he would try to amend EU sanctions list to its liking
International Business Times UK · Mar 19 'Dementia Don' Strikes Again: 'Clueless' Donald Trump Fuels Health Rumors After St. Patrick's Day Gaffe Trump's misgendering of Ireland's Catherine Connolly at a St. Patrick's Day summit has sparked backlash and renewed debate over his cognitive health and judgment.
The Mary Sue · Mar 18 St. Patrick’s Day got political as the Irish Prime Minister rushed to shield the British PM from Donald Trump’s barbs President Donald Trump finally accomplished something that no other American president could: fostering British and Irish solidarity. Jokes aside, Prime Minister Micheál Martin of Ireland defended his British counterpart against Trump’s combative remarks.
Salon · Mar 18 Irish leader survives Trump ordeal Trump misgenders Ireland's president, rants about "windmills," demands world's gratitude — all in all, it went OK