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War in Ukraine

The latest news, views and analysis of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine and its impacts on wider geo-political affairs.

France Telegram CEO
Russia charges Telegram founder Durov with facilitating terrorism
Telegram, an encrypted messenger app founded in ​2013, says it has more than 1 billion users 

Wed, 29 Jul, 2026

Russia Ukraine War Ireland
Zelenskyy holds face-to-face talks with Trump at White House following UK visit
Mr Zelenskyy also said the pair had spoken about the need for “reinvigorated” peace talks with Russia

Wed, 29 Jul, 2026

TOPSHOT-LEBANON-ISRAEL-IRAN-US-WAR
Ireland authorised €1.65bn ‘dual-use’ exports last year
Israel, United Arab Emirates, and the US among the destinations for items that can be used for military purposes

Tue, 28 Jul, 2026

Aughinish Alumina refinery
Donnacha Ó Beacháin: Refusal to act on Aughinish is deeply damaging to our reputation in EU
This is not about one industrial plant in rural Limerick. It is about whether Ireland is prepared to confront the consequences of its failure to act, writes Donnacha Ó Beacháin

Tue, 28 Jul, 2026

Niall Collins: No 'quick fix' solution to Aughinish Alumina exports 
Niall Collins: No 'quick fix' solution to Aughinish Alumina exports 
The Limerick TD also criticised the media, saying there has been a 'lot of misinformation and poor reporting'

Sun, 26 Jul, 2026

Aughinish Alumina refinery
Government urged to kickstart scheme to buy alumina destined for Russia
Enterprise minister said review of Aughinish Alumina had established 'no adverse findings' that linked exports of alumina produced at the Limerick plant to Russian weapon manufacturers

Fri, 24 Jul, 2026

Taoiseach Micheal Martin visit to Ukraine
'Hopefully this will end at some point': Taoiseach sees a miracle amid the war in Ukraine 
Poignant visit to Kyiv’s iconic cathedral leaves Micheál Martin in no doubt about Ukraine’s spirit of resilience or its capacity to rebuild from the ashes 

Fri, 24 Jul, 2026

Taoiseach Micheal Martin visit to Ukraine
Louise Burne: Taoiseach pays tribute to 'ordinary Ukrainians with extraordinary resolve' in Kyiv
During his Kyiv visit, Micheál Martin didn't have to look far to find those who, he said, 'continue to endure, to resist, and to fight to defend your homes and your freedom'

Thu, 23 Jul, 2026

Micheál Martin: 'I don't know how the people of Ukraine deal with this' 
Micheál Martin: 'I don't know how the people of Ukraine deal with this' 
Taoiseach said he 'can't comprehend how Russian leadership can preside over the loss of so much life and so many soldiers on both sides'

Thu, 23 Jul, 2026

Taoiseach Micheal Martin visit to Ukraine
Aughinish Alumina review finds no conclusive evidence of Russia weapons link
Taoiseach announces additional €125m in support for Ukraine as discussions focus on sanctions and the Aughinish Alumina investigation

Thu, 23 Jul, 2026

Micheál Martin visits Kyiv to discuss Ukraine, EU accession and Irish support
Micheál Martin visits Kyiv to discuss Ukraine, EU accession and Irish support
Visit to Ukraine includes meetings with political leaders, humanitarian organisations and the Irish community during Ireland's EU Presidency

Thu, 23 Jul, 2026

Aughinish Alumina refinery
Letters to the Editor: Ireland should not export anything that could be used for warfare
A reader says Aughinish Alumina products should not be exported to Russia — but the same criteria should apply to Israel: Significant Irish exports there include computer hardware and software

Thu, 23 Jul, 2026

Cabinet meeting
Budget 2027: Government to have €8.5bn available for spending and tax package
Summer Economic Statement highlights strong employment but warns geopolitical tensions and global economic uncertainty continue to pose significant risks

Wed, 22 Jul, 2026

'Powerful forces seem to be ranged against Aughinish,' Limerick mayor says as workers await report
'Powerful forces seem to be ranged against Aughinish,' Limerick mayor says as workers await report
John Moran emphasised the need for the publication of the report into Aughinish Alumina as the 'uncertainty is unsettling for Limerick'

Tue, 21 Jul, 2026

Helen McEntee visit to Belfast
Irish army vehicles rejected by Ukraine stuck in limbo
The fleet of RG32M vehicles were rejected by the Ukrainian authorities due to the age of the technology, maintenance requirements, and the cost of upgrading the vehicles

Mon, 20 Jul, 2026

Group of cheerful students
Over €20m spent on third-level education scheme for Ukrainian students
State spending on supports for Ukrainian refugees attending third-level education reached €20.7m over four academic years, with payments peaking at €10.8m in 2024-25 when almost 1,300 students received the stipend

Fri, 17 Jul, 2026

Aughinish Alumina refinery
Government accused of  'sleepwalking' into alumina exports crisis
Simon Harris pushed back on the criticism over Aughinish Alumina, saying ministers would be led by an upcoming report from the Department of Enterprise

Thu, 16 Jul, 2026

France Ukraine
Protesters rally in Kyiv as Zelenskyy removes Ukraine’s defence minister
Defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, 35, is considered to be a moderniser

Thu, 16 Jul, 2026

Aughinish Alumina refinery
Minister says Aughinish Alumina consultation could prejudice Russia review
Peter Burke says independent investigators must complete their work before any wider engagement on the future of the Limerick facility

Tue, 14 Jul, 2026

Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismisses Ukrainian prime minister Yulia Svyrydenko after only a year 
Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismisses Ukrainian prime minister Yulia Svyrydenko after only a year 
Yulia Svyrydenko, an economist, was appointed in July 2025

Sun, 12 Jul, 2026

Mayor of Limerick tells Taoiseach of his concerns for workforce at Aughinish
Mayor of Limerick tells Taoiseach of his concerns for workforce at Aughinish
John Moran wrote to Micheál Martin calling on the Government to ensure Aughinish Alumina workers are 'at the table' amid concerns for 1,000 jobs at the plant

Sun, 12 Jul, 2026

Aughinish Alumina exports to Russia threaten to overshadow Ireland's EU presidency
Aughinish Alumina exports to Russia threaten to overshadow Ireland's EU presidency
Even if the export of alumina to Russia is barred, there may still be a market for the raw material

Sat, 11 Jul, 2026

Shona Murray: Ireland must act on Aughinish alumina exports to Russia
Shona Murray: Ireland must act on Aughinish alumina exports to Russia
Shona Murray argues Ireland should work with the EU to end alumina exports that could support Russia's war effort

Sat, 11 Jul, 2026

Nationalising Aughinish Alumina 'not an option' for Government
Nationalising Aughinish Alumina 'not an option' for Government
Peter Burke said there were around 1,000 people directly employed by the Co Limerick plant and its supply chain, with around 900 further jobs being supported

Fri, 10 Jul, 2026

Aughinish Alumina refinery
Minister to get report on Aughinish Alumina's Russian exports 'within 10 days' after 'clarifications'
The Department of Enterprise is engaged with Ukrainian and Swedish authorities on the report

Thu, 09 Jul, 2026

Sinn Féin's Lynn Boylan: 'I don’t understand how anybody could watch a hare being chased'
Sinn Féin's Lynn Boylan: 'I don’t understand how anybody could watch a hare being chased'
MP says her personal view on hare coursing is 'not hidden' and that she wants to see it banned

Thu, 09 Jul, 2026

Minister denies Aughinish Alumina controversy dominating EU presidency
Minister denies Aughinish Alumina controversy dominating EU presidency
Thomas Byrne said Ireland has been proactive on sanctions against Russia and pushed back on the level of attention received by alumina exports

Thu, 09 Jul, 2026

APTOPIX Russia Ukraine War
Russian attacks kill three in Ukraine as Kyiv hit for second consecutive night
Several explosions were heard shortly after midnight on Wednesday

Wed, 08 Jul, 2026

Monaco Bombing
Ukrainian woman named as suspect in Monaco bombing
The suspect’s escape route was traced, including the journey from France into Italy, and then across several European countries up to her country of residence

Fri, 03 Jul, 2026

Irish EU Presidency
Nationalising Aughinish is not being discussed – Taoiseach
Micheál Martin was speaking ahead of welcoming Ursula von der Leyen and the EU College of Commissioners to Cork — and in the wake of Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit to Dublin yesterday 

Thu, 02 Jul, 2026

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