The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Irish welcome for Zelenskyy marked by strong support — and notable dissent

Zelenskyy’s first visit to Ireland highlights shared history, strong political support, and debate over opposition reaction to his Dáil address

Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: The Zelenskyy visit

In his first visit to Ireland, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked Ireland repeatedly for its “steadfast support” for his embattled country.

Speaking in the Dáil, he said Ireland’s support for the thousands of Ukrainians who have sought protection here and for the country’s defence is rooted in a shared historical understanding.

On today’s Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast, Irish Examiner political staff Paul Hosford and Louise Burne discuss the visit, from President Catherine Connolly's welcome at Áras an Uachtaráin to the statement from People Before Profit, who did not applaud the Ukrainian President’s speech.

Listen now on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.