Ireland has ‘Trump shock’ buffer, says Taoiseach
Ireland has a “buffer” ready to use if Donald Trump follows through with his threats to the Irish economy, the Taoiseach says. “We do need to be aware that the…
Does Trump’s win threaten Ireland and the EU?
Donald Trump is set to become President of the United States for a second time. But what will his win mean for Ireland and for the European Union? Out on…
Irish community in Britain to receive €7.6 million
The Irish government has allocated more than €7 million to be distributed to more than 100 organisations in Britain to support Irish people living overseas. £6.4 million (€7.68 million) in…
Irish government looking to usurp EU over Israel trade deal
The Irish government is considering overriding EU law over its trade deal with Israel. For months Ireland, along with Spain, has repeatedly asked the EU to consider whether Israel is…
Taoiseach demands the EU calls for peacekeepers’ safety
The EU and its partners must demand the safety of UN peacekeepers, the Taoiseach said on arrival in Brussels this afternoon. The Taoiseach is in the Belgian capital for two…
Israel is ‘undermining the UN’, warns Tánaiste
The EU must be crystal clear in its support for the United Nations, says Tánaiste Micheál Martin. Over the weekend, Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, told the UN its peacekeepers…
Taoiseach demands Israel stop firing on UN
Taoiseach, Simon Harris, says Israel must stop firing on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon. His demand is echoed by President Biden and other world leaders. The Israeli military has admitted that…
The Netherlands and Canada help Irish citizens leave Lebanon
24 Irish citizens and their dependents were able to leave Lebanon today on emergency flights organised by The Netherlands and Canada, the Tánaiste says. “I am pleased to announce that…
Budget: Ireland to spend millions preparing for presidency of the European Council
Millions of Euro has been allocated in the budget to preparing for Ireland taking over the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union in 2026. The Department for…
Three Belarussians charged with “deceitfully seizing” a Ryanair aircraft
Three Belarussians charged with “deceitfully seizing” a Ryanair aircraft, according to EU agency, Eurojust. On 23 May 2021, Ryanair Flight 4978 diverted to Minsk after Belarus air traffic controllers claimed…