News - Donald Trump
Deal with Iran could be close, says Trump - as Feighan says it's 'vital' Strait reopens
The US president's been speaking at the Oval Office - repeating his warnings against Tehran having a nuclear weapon.
May 7, 2026 09:29
Longford journalist outlines reasons for Trump snail query
Plans by the Trump International Golf Links and Hotel resort in Doonbeg, west Clare, to build a new ballroom have been delayed following an objection from a Longford resident.
Mar 20, 2026 13:48
Taoiseach urged to cancel St Patrick's Day visit following US-Israeli raids on Iran
Dublin Airport says flight schedules to the Middle-East will be disrupted again today, following the wave of US and Israeli air-raids on Iran.
Mar 1, 2026 07:59
Tariff U-turns cause 'more instability' for local businesses - Mullooly
Over the weekend, the US president announced new global tariffs of 15 per cent.
Feb 23, 2026 09:21
Trump raises global tariffs to 15 per cent
It comes just one day after the US president only announced a 10 percent worldwide levy.
Feb 22, 2026 08:03
People Before Profit urging Taoiseach not to meet with Donald Trump
Micheál Martin is planning to visit President Trump at the White House on St. Patrick's Day.
Feb 8, 2026 08:08
EU must respond to Greenland takeover by US like it did to Putin - Martin Kenny
The Tanaiste is to discuss the threat of new tariffs by the US at a meeting of EU Finance Ministers today.
Jan 19, 2026 09:16
Mullooly has 'serious concerns' for Mercosur deal after new Trump tariffs
Ciaran Mullooly opposes a separate trade agreement between the EU and four south American countries – he says he’s concerned at the weekend’s developments:
Jan 19, 2026 07:23
Connolly 'wouldn't necessarily raise Palestine issue' with Donald Trump
The Independent Presidential candidate is visiting Longford and Athlone today as part of her campaign.
Oct 22, 2025 08:24
Deal agreed by Israel and Hamas, as hopes war ending
The ceasefire deal will see the release of all remaining hostages held by Hamas, and Israeli troops will withdraw to an agreed position.
Oct 9, 2025 07:37
EU is imposing more sanctions on Russia than the US - Irish MEP
Donald Trump also wants NATO to put major sanctions on Russia to bring the war in Ukraine to an end.
Sep 14, 2025 07:35
Trump urges Europe to get its 'act together' on immigration
The US president will visit both his golf courses during the four-day private trip in Scotland.
Jul 26, 2025 08:27
Local MEP says government must respond 'urgently' to Trump's EU tariffs
Tánaiste Simon Harris said the EU will remain focused and united as negotiations continue between now and the cut off date.
Jul 13, 2025 08:28
Fears mount of trade war between EU and US
The EU's trade commissioner says it will secure a deal guided by "mutual respect, not threats" - but will defend its interests if needed.
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