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‘No justification’ for US tariffs, Irish premier says

There is ‘no justification’ for US tariffs on the EU which will impact Ireland, Irish premier Micheal Martin has said.

Evening Standard

Impact of tariffs laid bare on eve of ‘significant day in history of the world’

Ireland and European leaders are braced for US President Donald Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ for the US economy.

The Independent UK

Pharmaceutical exports could be cut by half if tariffs apply, Tanaiste warns

Simon Harris said the tariffs were regrettable and ultimately bad for consumers.

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EU response to tariffs will be ‘strategic’ to avoid more damage – Irish premier

Micheal Martin also said he wants to see a ‘landing zone’ agreed to enable companies and the economy to ‘enjoy a bit of stability’.

Evening Standard

EU must work ‘in measured fashion’ in face of tariffs – Irish deputy premier

Simon Harris is expected to emphasise the importance of the European Union working closely together.

The Independent UK

Defence Forces commander ‘proud and privileged’ to lead mission

It is Lieutenant General Sean Clancy’s last overseas trip in the role.

The Independent UK

Dail speaker ‘fully intends’ to stay on as opposition plan no confidence vote

Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy also ‘categorically’ rejected the opposition’s accusations of partiality.

Evening Standard

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Lebanese ministers offer ‘assurance’ to Harris over Irish soldier death

Ireland’s deputy premier raised the case of Private Sean Rooney in a meeting with ministers ahead of a visit to troops currently serving in Lebanon.

Evening Standard

Ireland increases aid to Lebanon

Ireland will double its local community funding in Lebanon, the country’s deputy premier has announced.

Evening Standard

Opposition leaders declare no confidence in Dail speaker

Verona Murphy faced criticism for her handling of an acrimonious sitting on Tuesday when contentious changes to speaking rights were voted through.

The Independent UK

Deputy premier calls for ‘restoration of decorum’ in Irish parliament

Opposition leaders are to meet on Wednesday morning after the Dail was disrupted amid a row on speaking time changes.

Evening Standard

Irish deputy premier to reaffirm ‘unwavering commitment’ to UN Lebanon mission

Simon Harris is visiting Lebanon this week against a backdrop of heightened tensions with Israel.

The Independent UK

Harris discussed Irish surplus with US critic who got figure wrong – spokesman

Ireland’s deputy premier Simon Harris held a late-night call with US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick.

Evening Standard

Delay in trial over peacekeeper’s death in Lebanon ‘not acceptable’ – Harris

The Tanaiste is to visit Irish peacekeeping troops in the country.

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The Independent UK

Harris holds call with ‘tax scam’ critic in US administration

Ireland’s deputy premier has held a phone call with the US Secretary of Commerce.

Evening Standard

Ireland’s deputy premier to highlight memory of peacekeeper during Lebanon trip

Tanaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Harris will highlight Private Sean Rooney who was killed in the region in 2022.

Evening Standard

Ireland’s deputy premier describes ‘travel chaos’ amid Heathrow disruption

The Dublin – Heathrow route, the second busiest air route in Europe, was severely impacted.

Evening Standard

Further US tariffs ‘highly likely’, Irish deputy premier warns

Simon Harris convened a sitting of the Irish Government’s Trade Forum on Friday which was focused on the potential impact of the tariffs.

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Evening Standard

Trade war risks increased prices, slower growth and jobs impact, minister warns

Paschal Donohoe was speaking following the publication of a report on the potential impact of tariffs.

Evening Standard

‘Makes sense’ to review EU tariff list, Harris says

It ‘makes sense’ for the European Union to review the rationale behind proposed countermeasures for US tariffs, Ireland’s deputy premier has said.

The Independent UK

Why MMA fighter Conor McGregor is being slammed for his meeting with Trump

The controversial fighter ‘doesn’t speak for Ireland’

Evening Standard

Conor McGregor ‘does not speak for Ireland’, says Harris after White House visit

The MMA fighter criticised the Irish government’s stance on immigration issues as he spoke to reporters in the West Wing.

The Independent UK

Meeting with Jewish leaders still going ahead, Irish premier says

Micheal Martin said he wanted to make sure that there was no misrepresentation of Ireland’s position on Israel.

The Guardian - UK

Taoiseach must tread carefully amid tensions before Trump meeting

Defence, the Palestinians and Irish-American trade will all be on the agenda as Micheál Martin heads to Washington

Evening Standard

US department refuses to clarify ‘trade imbalance’ call

Minister Simon Harris appeared to contradict a claim that the trade imbalance was discussed with secretary of state Marco Rubio.

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