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3 months agoMartina Devlin: Taoiseach Micheal Martin's failure to speak up for the EU in Oval Office may come back to bite us
Trump's positioning of the EU contrasts with his claims of concern for Ireland.
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3 months agoMartina Devlin: Taoiseach's failure to speak up for the EU in Oval Office may come back to bite us
Trump's rhetoric on the EU clashes with his claims of loyalty toward Ireland.
UK politics
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3 months agoFionnan Sheahan: Shhh! Nobody tell Donald Trump about our Leprechaun economics and ostrich act
Micheál Martin's traditional charm isn't enough to deflect growing scrutiny of Ireland's international affairs.
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3 months agoSenan Molony: Micheal Martin in a pickle as Trump shows he won't stand for leaders who don't bow before him
Micheál Martin must prepare for a challenging meeting with President Trump amid rising tensions and trade issues.
US politics
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3 months agoRevealed: How Micheal Martin will try to keep Trump onside in Oval Office, and Bertie Ahern's tip for the Taoiseach, '... just stare at the ceiling'
Ireland prepares a strategic diplomatic offensive ahead of Taoiseach Micheál Martin's meeting with President Trump.
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3 months agoRevealed: How Micheal Martin will try to keep Trump onside in Oval Office, and Bertie Ahern's tip for the Taoiseach, '... just stare at the ceiling'
Ireland prepares a strategic diplomatic offensive ahead of Taoiseach Micheál Martin's meeting with President Trump.
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2 months ago'They rip us off. It's so pathetic' - Donald Trump announces 20pc tariff on EU goods as Taoiseach says there's 'no justification' for it
Taoiseach Micheál Martin opposes U.S. tariffs on EU imports, emphasizing the negative impact on trade and job security.
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fromIrish Independent
2 months ago'They rip us off. It's so pathetic' - Donald Trump announces 20pc tariff on EU goods as Taoiseach says there's 'no justification' for it
Taoiseach Micheál Martin opposes U.S. tariffs on EU imports, emphasizing the negative impact on trade and job security.
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks agoTaoiseach Micheal Martin not worried about legal action after deportees flown through Shannon in defiance of US judge's ruling
I wouldn't think so... there are various international agreements and legal agreements that pertain to aircraft landing and refuelling.
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fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago'It's beyond any moral compass' - Taoiseach calls for immediate suspension of the EU-Israel association agreement
"We need a ceasefire. We need a massive surge of humanitarian aid into Gaza. It is incomprehensible what is happening. It's beyond any moral compass."
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3 months agoFionnan Sheahan: Donald Trump's World War III talk shows up parish-pump nature of Micheal Martin's 'Lowry lackeys' row
Micheál Martin must address difficult issues with President Trump while maintaining a clear distinction between government and opposition interests.
US politics
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3 months agoFionnan Sheahan: Donald Trump's World War III talk shows up parish-pump nature of Micheal Martin's 'Lowry lackeys' row
Micheál Martin must address difficult issues with President Trump while maintaining a clear distinction between government and opposition interests.
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2 months agoTaoiseach issues warning as Ireland braces for global trade war as Michael O'Leary claims Trump's tariff policy 'doomed to fail'
"We have to stay calm and firm... Ireland is entering into uncharted territory, with the potential for fundamental changes to our economic model."
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3 months agoThe Sunday Independent's view: Taoiseach won't rock the boat in Washington - nor will he roll over
Micheál Martin's approach to US negotiations involves showcasing Irish investment while managing diplomatic sensitivities.
A charm offensive is crucial for Irish ministers amid careful negotiations with US leaders.
fromIrish Independent
4 months agoMary Lou McDonald writes to Ceann Comhairle after accusing Taoiseach Micheal Martin of calling her a liar while addressing Dail in Irish
Ms. McDonald expressed concern that the Taoiseach's remarks could remove protections for renters, putting them at the mercy of corporate landlords.
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fromIrish Independent
5 months agoFianna Fail members to vote on draft Programme for Government at special ard fheis this weekend
"Uachtarán Fhianna Fáil, Micheál Martin TD, will present the draft Programme for Government to voting members and formally propose the draft Programme for approval. Members will have an opportunity to contribute to the debate."
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5 months agoTanaiste Micheal Martin advises people to check passports ahead of travel in 2025
"I am delighted to launch the Passport Service information and awareness campaign encouraging the public to avail of our excellent passport online service," he said. "At this time of year, many families will be making plans to travel abroad in 2025, so checking your passport is in date should be top of any travel planning checklist."
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