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Taoiseach Micheál Martin has addressed growing scrutiny over a recent change to his return travel itinerary from Japan, firmly denying that the rerouting was motivated by a desire to attend the All-Ireland semi-final match featuring Cork. Security Concerns Prompted Flight Change Speaking before the Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Martin explained that the flight home was rerouted through Toronto instead of …

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has urged the Irish Government to act without delay to facilitate the urgent medical evacuation of 18 injured children from Gaza. Her call comes amid growing concern that the operation may be postponed until the autumn, despite the escalating humanitarian crisis in the region. McDonald Slams Bureaucratic Delays Addressing the Dáil, McDonald criticized what …

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has responded to criticism from pro-Palestinian demonstrators, stating that Ireland has played a leading role in advocating for justice in the Middle East. His remarks were made during a public event in Galway on Sunday, where a protest took place outside, calling for stronger Irish government action on the situation in Gaza. Addressing the issue directly, the …

Anticipation is growing within Leinster House as the Cabinet prepares to meet this afternoon, where the selection of new ministers of state will be officially announced. With speculation mounting, both Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil members are closely watching to see who will secure key positions in the expanded junior ministerial lineup. Among Fine Gael representatives, Dublin South-West TD Colm …

Dáil Elects Micheál Martin as Taoiseach: Ireland into New Era Micheál Martin has just been formally elected Taoiseach in this pivotal Irish political moment. The result comes after weeks of negotiations and deals between different parties that have finally led to the historic coalition government of Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, and the Green Party. This is a very unique alliance …

Taoiseach Simon Harris is currently in Brussels attending a summit with fellow EU leaders, where Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky will also participate. The summit will focus on key issues including the Middle East, transatlantic relations, and how to further strengthen both financial and military support for Ukraine. This comes at a critical time as Ukraine prepares for what is expected …

The Social Democrats are set to hold a parliamentary meeting to decide on their participation in government formation talks, with a decision expected by the end of the week. This follows recent discussions with Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael, which were described as positive and collegial. The party is currently weighing whether to continue these talks or to remain in …