Micheál Martin

The DUP denounces former leader Jeffrey Donaldson as a "wicked deceiver" after his conviction for child sexual offences.

EU leaders disagreed on establishing diplomatic channels with Moscow as Ukraine war continues, with some supporting Council President Costa's proposed backchannel while others, including Germany, cautioned against premature decisions on EU representation in potential negotiations.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin returns historic Irish dictionary to Paris.

Carney 'welcomes' Iran peace progress as he arrives in France for G7 summit

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated the EU opposes major T-MEC revisions and advised middle powers to avoid competing for US favor, instead seeking alignment with Europe to counterbalance geopolitical tensions amid Trump's threatened trade agreement non-renewal.

Canadian Trade Minister Carney launched a strategic European mission meeting leaders in France and Ireland while attending the G7 Summit to secure trade partnerships and tariff relief amid US economic uncertainty, leveraging bilateral relationships worth over twenty-one billion dollars.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas visits Ireland amid scrutiny of alumina exports to Russia.

Prime Minister Mark Carney visits France and Ireland June 11-17 to strengthen Canadian partnerships in trade, defense, and technology, including attending the G7 summit and meeting with French and Irish leaders.

Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Ukrainians support President Zelensky with 58% approval rating amid war.

Israeli forces intercept remaining activist flotilla vessels headed for Gaza

China has become the capital of world geopolitics, with all roads leading to Beijing.

Israel seizes remaining Gaza aid flotilla boats, detaining hundreds of activists from over 40 countries.

Danny McCoy urges Ireland to leverage its upcoming EU presidency to advance trade agreements, arguing that with 85 percent of future economic growth occurring outside Europe, pursuing open trade deals like EU-Mercosur is essential for Irish economic prosperity.

Trump repeatedly declared the Iran war over without a finalized peace deal, attempting to calm market volatility caused by the conflict and Strait of Hormuz closure, though his statements' effectiveness diminished over time despite record stock highs.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Tánaiste Simon Harris mourn the passing of Irish journalist and broadcaster Barraí Mescall.

A new campaign group, IMEASC, is formed to demand full Irish-language education for all children in Ireland.

The Education Minister's decision not to build new Irish-language schools is hindering the language's growth.

EU leaders disagreed at a Brussels summit over opening direct diplomatic channels with Moscow, with Council President António Costa pushing for contact to protect European interests in potential Ukraine peace negotiations while Germany and France insisted Ukraine remain central.

Ireland's parliament voted to remove a mandatory three-day waiting period for abortion.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney urged middle-power nations to unite with allies rather than compete for U.S. favor, emphasizing that Canada and Europe's combined economy and population exceed America's, positioning themselves as an alternative global force.

Prime Minister Carney attends the G7 summit in France amid escalating U.S.-Iran tensions, prioritizing critical minerals, AI safeguards, and child online safety while navigating disagreements with Trump over regulation and NATO support.

EU foreign policy chief Kallas visits Dublin to question Ireland's Russian-owned alumina plant exports allegedly supporting Russia's Ukraine war effort, pressuring the government as it assumes EU presidency.

Prime Minister Carney is travelling to Ireland and France to attend the G7 summit, engaging with major global economies on international policy coordination and economic matters during this high-level diplomatic engagement.

Ireland issues travel bans for two Israeli ministers

Tomi Reichental, a 90-year-old Holocaust survivor, has died in Ireland, leaving a legacy of dignity and courage.

Israeli detention of President Connolly's sister 'unacceptable' - Irish PM

Israeli forces intercepted the remaining activist flotilla vessels headed for Gaza on Tuesday.

The EU is preparing enforcement action against Irish alumina shipments to Russia, targeting sanctions evasion amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and efforts to restrict materials that support Russian industrial capacity.

Over 200 RTÉ staff earned more than €100,000 annually last year, with 18 exceeding €200,000.

Security concerns arise after a gunman reached the US President's door in Washington.

Fianna Fáil faces challenges as Independent Ireland gains momentum.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy rejected sanctions relief for Russia following overnight strikes that killed civilians, arguing Moscow's military actions demonstrate it remains undeserving of diplomatic concessions or economic relief measures.

Zelensky leads tributes to outgoing UK Prime Minister Starmer for his support during the war against Russia.

EU leaders pressed the Commission to draft sanctions against Israeli settlers after three months of frustration, with ten to twelve member states supporting an import ban as settlements expand and displace Palestinians in the West Bank.

Fine Gael's Irish speakers are unhappy with the Education Minister's decision not to build new Irish language schools for five years.

USMCA not expected to be discussed at G7 summit, Carney says

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced cooperation agreements with Ireland on artificial intelligence, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and food security, strengthening bilateral relations during his first official visit in nearly a decade.

The European Union excluded alumina from its twenty-first sanctions package against Russia, allowing continued exports of the aluminum oxide material despite broader restrictions aimed at constraining Moscow's industrial capacity during the ongoing conflict.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas visits Dublin as Ireland faces scrutiny over an alumina refinery exporting over 480,000 tonnes annually to Russian smelters supplying the country's defense sector, complicating Ireland's incoming EU presidency.

The Irish government is criticized for not planning to establish new Irish-language schools for the next five years.

Ireland banned two Israeli far-right ministers from entry, citing elimination threats against Palestinians and mistreatment of foreign activists, while the EU considers sanctions against Israeli officials over human rights violations and incitement allegations.

Pope Leo issued a letter on artificial intelligence, warning world leaders that AI systems pose risks to human dignity, employment, and society despite their technological benefits, emphasizing that governments must establish ethical safeguards as AI adoption accelerates globally.

Voters in Galway West and Dublin Central cast ballots in two by-elections.

The European Commission is considering stricter controls on alumina exports to Russia to prevent military equipment production, following investigations linking Irish refinery shipments to Russian defense manufacturers, amid broader EU sanctions efforts.

Irish PM Micheál Martin stated the EU is preparing contingency plans for potential UK Prime Minister Nigel Farage, noting his policies conflict with European values while pledging Ireland would engage diplomatically with any resulting government.

US allies are seeking ties with China due to unreliable US support and trade policies.

Ireland's government announces additional fuel supports for workers and businesses after nationwide protests.

The Irish government faces pressure to provide emergency relief amid rising energy costs.