The Latest Breaking News from Helen McEntee

EU decries 'concerning' Trump-Putin deal, insists sanctions on Russia will continue

The Trump-Putin diesel deal has been badly received by EU foreign ministers, who say it undermines transatlantic unity at a time when Russia intensifies its attacks on Ukraine.

Euronews · Oct 12

Drumcree parading dispute ‘now bigger than Garvaghy Road’

Residents’ groups from a number of former flashpoints across Northern Ireland met in Portadown earlier.

The Independent UK · Oct 7

Pressure mounts on UK and Irish governments as Drumcree standoff enters day 11

THE Irish premier is facing further calls to help bring an end to the “dangerous and lingering limbo” of the Drumcree dispute, as Sinn Féin’s leader called for direct intervention to the issue

The National (Scotland) · Oct 7

Irish minister says there ‘will be a border poll’ on united Ireland in future

Helen McEntee made her remarks after Prime Minister Andy Burnham was criticised for stating that a referendum on a united Ireland was ‘off the table’.

Evening Standard · Sep 2

Is Ireland’s unprotected ocean the weak link in European defence?

Russian presence in Irish waters underscores the fact that, rather than being out of sight and out of mind, the country is on the frontline

The Guardian - UK · Aug 3

Sir Chris Bryant appointed as Northern Ireland Secretary

The Rhondda and Ogmore MP was appointed by Prime Minister Andy Burnham to follow Hilary Benn.

Evening Standard · Jul 20

Kubilius hails 'revolutionary' defence plan, but MEPs demand faster rollout

The European Commissioner for Defence says Europe's military mobility overhaul is necessary, but MEPs are pushing for an accelerated timeline.

Euronews · Jul 16

Irish premier to discuss early years systems at British-Irish Council

‘This summit’s theme on supporting healthy and happy childhoods and early years is a priority for my Government,’ the Taoiseach said.

Evening Standard · Jul 9

Irish foreign affairs minister travels to Saudi Arabia

Helen McEntee said she was looking forward to meeting accomplished Saudi women and graduates of Irish universities.

Evening Standard · Jul 6

Ireland takes over EU presidency with French naval help on security

Ireland takes over the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union on Wednesday with French and British military assets expected to help protect a six-month programme of high-level meetings, as Dublin prepares for what security officials describe as an unusually demanding operation.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 1