Micheál Martin

Micheál Martin is now seen as the main obstacle to Irish reunification.

The Taoiseach supports a campaign to establish a Gaelcholáiste in west Cork.

Ireland's foreign policy is now being made in foreign countries, according to Patrick Murphy.

Irish students won awards in a Chinese competition with a public policy project promoting the Irish language.

The government's summer financial statement sparks union disappointment and business welcome.

Twenty-two more infant remains were found at Tuam mother and baby home, totaling 99 discovered so far.

Hungary investigates former FM Szijjártó's ties to Russia amid scandal over alleged information leaks.

Intel announced a five billion euro investment in its Irish facility to expand chip production amid global AI demand, with the Taoiseach asserting this reflects broader tech sector strength rather than exceptional circumstances.

UK officials urged France to prioritize traveler flow over compliance with new EU border checks during summer holidays, as the system caused delays despite the EU rejecting suspension calls.

The European Parliament will hold a non-binding vote this week on whether to sanction Aughinish Alumina over Russian ties, increasing pressure on Ireland during its EU presidency as the Taoiseach addresses parliament.

Ireland launches its six-month EU presidency, affirming its European identity and commitment.

Ireland's unity debate is intensifying with politicians reconsidering their stance on a united Ireland.

Ireland assumed the rotating EU Council presidency on July 1st, leading ministerial meetings and mediating between member states through year-end while tackling contentious negotiations over the 2028-2034 budget framework and digital euro implementation.

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

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.

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

Irish authorities blame TikTok for encouraging reckless driving after a fatal crash killed five teenagers.

Irish premier condemns fatal Kildare crash as an "irresponsible and dangerous act" that killed five teenagers.

Glen Hansard, Irish singer-songwriter, dies at 56 in a motorbike accident, sparking tributes from Bruce Springsteen, Bono, and others.

Glen Hansard, Oscar-winning musician, died at 56 in a motorcycle accident in Dublin.

Irish government investigation found no concrete evidence that Aughinish Alumina plant supplied material to Russian arms production, though Taoiseach Micheál Martin acknowledged the complex situation cannot entirely rule out future diversion risks.

Remains of 22 more infants were found at a former Irish mother and baby home, totaling 99 discovered so far.

Ireland's Dáil rises for summer break after a dramatic term with few decisive blows between Government and Opposition.

Irish parties agree on the need for unity preparations, but differ on approach and timeline.

Ursula von der Leyen: No one does more for Gaza than EU

Irish alumina refinery Aughinish exported approximately $400 million worth of material to Russian smelters in 2024, which investigators allege supplied weapons manufacturers in Russia's war against Ukraine, creating controversy over European Union sanctions loopholes despite the company operating legally.

Zelenskyy arrives in Ireland seeking EU support and accession talks.

Ireland takes over the EU Council presidency, facing key tasks including new Russia sanctions and EU enlargement.

The Irish Times view on Ireland’s EU presidency: more horse-trading than high politics

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

Irish authorities blame TikTok for encouraging reckless driving after a fatal crash killed five teenagers.

OCCRP's March investigation revealed Ireland's Aughinish Alumina refinery exported alumina to Russian smelters supplying defense contractors, prompting European calls for export bans. Ireland's government probe found insufficient evidence of sanctions violations, though over 640 million dollars in aluminum reached 143 Russian defense companies.

Glen Hansard, Irish musician and Oscar winner, died in a motorcycle accident near Dublin at 56.

Glen Hansard, a 56-year-old musician and actor, has died in a motorbike accident in Dublin.

Irish politicians urge Dublin to pressure Germany over a pro-Palestinian activist's trial.

Andy Burnham becomes the UK's new Prime Minister, promising significant changes.

Intel announced a €5 billion investment at its Leixlip, Ireland facility, Europe's only advanced EUV chip manufacturing site, to address critical global AI server processor shortages and strengthen semiconductor sovereignty amid concentrated production risks.

European Parliament collects Irish proverbs during Ireland's presidency.

Ireland assumes the EU Presidency, focusing on unity and linguistic diversity.

Ukraine's President Zelensky pressured Ireland's EU presidency to sanction the Russian-controlled Aughinish Alumina factory, which shipped approximately 400 million dollars worth of alumina to Russian smelters in 2024, fueling Moscow's war effort against Ukraine.

Ireland assumed the EU Council presidency, taking charge during a critical six-month period requiring decisions on Russian sanctions, bloc enlargement policies, and international trade negotiations, shaping Europe's geopolitical and economic direction.

Ireland assumes its eighth EU Council presidency, tasked with negotiating a 2028-2034 budget agreement, resolving capital markets deadlocks, and mediating Gaza trade disputes while maintaining its neutral stance amid continental rearmament pressures.

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

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.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin returns historic Irish dictionary to Paris.

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