The Latest Breaking News from Simon Coveney

Two Irish diplomats asked to leave embassy in Moscow

Ireland’s Minister for Foreign Simon Coveney said there was ‘no justification’ for the move.

The Independent UK · Apr 7, 2022

Ireland says two diplomats expelled from Russia

Ireland's ambassador to Russia was summoned to Moscow's foreign ministry on Thursday and told that two diplomats have been asked to leave the country, Irish Foreign Minister Simon Coveney said.

Reuters · Apr 7, 2022

Russia expels two diplomats based in Irish Embassy in Moscow

"There is no justification for the taking of this measure"

Irish Mirror · Apr 7, 2022

Russian Embassy urges Irish government to intervene as it faces fuel shortage with companies refusing to deliver supplies

EXCLUSIVE: The Irish Mirror also understands that Bank of Ireland have decided to suspend their accounts with the Russian Embassy in Ireland

Irish Mirror · Apr 5, 2022

Russian Embassy running out of fuel as oil companies refuse to deliver

Russia used to be one of the the world’s biggest oil exporters before the Ukraine invasion

Dublin Live · Apr 5, 2022

PSNI offers security advice to Northern Ireland election candidates after threat fears

It follows a hoax bomb alert at an event attended by Irish foreign affairs minister Simon Coveney

Belfast Live · Apr 4, 2022

NI holidaymakers urged to check Irish passport expiry date as demand hits all-time high

There have been renewed calls for a Northern Ireland passport office to help with delays.

Belfast Live · Apr 4, 2022

Irish Government pushes for tougher sanctions against Russia

Micheal Martin said ‘nothing can be ruled out’ in the response to the ‘appalling and barbaric’ crimes committed by Russian troops in Ukraine.

The Independent UK · Apr 4, 2022

Garda appeal for specific car information after burglaries in Wicklow

The car was linked to two burglaries in the Roundwood/Moneystown area of the Leinster county on Thursday.

Irish Mirror · Mar 31, 2022

Man remanded over security alert which halted Coveney speech

Darren Service, 40, has been charged with preparation of terrorist acts, hijacking and placing a hoax bomb.

The Independent UK · Mar 31, 2022