Kneecap say terrorism charge is ‘political policing’ Northern Irish trio say charge against Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh is intended to stifle criticism of Israel’s war in Gaza The Guardian - UK · May 22, 2025
Middle East crisis: Starmer, Macron and Carney ‘on the wrong side of humanity,’ says Netanyahu – as it happened Israeli PM attacks leaders of UK, France and Canada following their threat earlier this week of a ‘concrete’ response if the Gaza campaign continues The Guardian - UK · May 22, 2025
Ireland examining report that US deportees flight stopped at Shannon Airport The US flight carrying deportees to Africa went against a Boston judge’s order, The New York Times reported. Evening Standard · May 22, 2025
Ireland’s deputy premier accuses Israel of ‘genocidal activity’ in Gaza Simon Harris said it was now ‘clear’ that Israel wanted to remove Palestinians from the Gaza Strip. Evening Standard · May 22, 2025
Two Irish diplomats among delegation IDF fired near in West Bank Ireland’s deputy premier Simon Harris said he condemned the ‘unacceptable’ incident in the strongest terms. The Independent UK · May 21, 2025
Simon Harris to meet Northern Ireland parties over dealing with the past Speaking ahead of the visit, the Tanaiste said he has consistently said the Legacy Act is ‘not fit for purpose’. Evening Standard · May 18, 2025
Irish deputy premier ‘committed’ to securing answers on Dublin-Monaghan bombings Simon Harris was speaking on the 51th anniversary of the atrocity. Evening Standard · May 17, 2025
Crowd backs calls for public inquiry into 1997 murder of GAA official No-one has been convicted for the death of Sean Brown. Evening Standard · May 16, 2025
Attorney General ‘raised no issue’ with services ban with Israeli settlements Green Party leader Roderic O’Gorman accused the Government of ‘kicking the can down the road’. Evening Standard · May 11, 2025
Higgins leads congratulations for new Pope Leo XIV in Ireland Irish premier Micheal Martin and Northern Ireland’s First Minister Michelle O’Neill have also congratulated the new pontiff. Evening Standard · May 8, 2025
New Pope has best wishes of all Irish people – Taoiseach Political leaders in Ireland have been passing on congratulations at the new Pope was elected in Rome. The Independent UK · May 8, 2025
Irish Government accused of ‘false ignorance’ on shipments of Israeli arms A ‘robust’ probe is being carried out into claims that weapons were being flown through Irish skies unknown to the Irish authorities. Evening Standard · May 8, 2025
Irish deputy premier does not believe arms being flown through Ireland to Israel Tanaiste Simon Harris admitted it is ‘a real challenge’ to know what is being flown through Irish skies. The Independent UK · May 2, 2025
The EU’s biggest political party met in Valencia – what we learned As the European People's Party met in Valencia at a gathering overshadowed by a power cuts across Spain and Portugal this week, here are some of the key takeaways. Euronews · Apr 30, 2025
Evening Standard · Apr 26, 2025 Pope Francis remains ‘an incredible source of hope’, Irish president says Political leaders across the island of Ireland have reflected on the legacy of Pope Francis after attending his funeral on Saturday.
Evening Standard · Apr 25, 2025 Irish leaders to attend Pope Francis funeral Ireland’s president and premier will be among attendees for the funeral of Pope Francis on Saturday.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 21, 2025 Political and religious leaders around the world pay tribute to Pope Francis Pontiff remembered for his warmth and wit, defending the vulnerable, and championing social justice and the environment
Evening Standard · Apr 21, 2025 Irish leaders pay tribute to Pope as ‘exceptional’ and ‘remarkable’ figure Irish premier Micheal Martin said the Pope held a ‘special place in the hearts of Irish people’.
Evening Standard · Apr 14, 2025 Proposals on competitiveness to be brought before Irish ministers Work to make Ireland more competitive is underway amid turbulence to trade caused by US tariffs.
Evening Standard · Apr 13, 2025 Harris condemns ‘despicable’ Russian missile attack on Ukrainian city of Sumy The Tanaiste said Russia was demonstrating it had no interest in peace.
Evening Standard · Apr 11, 2025 ‘There isn’t an hour to lose’ – Harris says tariff pause vital for negotiations Ireland’s deputy premier said it is important to ‘utilise’ US President Donald Trump’s 90-day tariffs pause.
The Independent UK · Apr 10, 2025 Search for new markets for Irish goods ‘must go on’, says deputy premier Harris Ireland’s premier and deputy premier have welcomed a pause on higher tariffs from both the US and EU sides.
Evening Standard · Apr 10, 2025 Irish premier welcomes EU pause on US tariff countermeasures Taoiseach Micheal Martin said ‘we’re not out of the woods yet’.
The Independent UK · Apr 10, 2025 Trans pilot launches lawsuit against right-wing influencer over DC plane crash MAGA influencer Matt Wallace has been accused of peddling a conspiracy theory about veteran Virginia National Guard pilot Jo Ellis
Evening Standard · Apr 10, 2025 EU-US negotiations ‘likely’ – Simon Harris Ireland’s deputy premier met with US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick in Washington DC on Wednesday.