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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.

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Taoiseach and Polish prime minister blast Hungary’s ‘sinister’ contacts with Russia
Irish and Polish leaders strongly criticise Hungary after alleged covert talks with Russia raise concerns over EU unity

Tue, 31 Mar, 2026

Government Trade Forum
Helen McEntee to join EU foreign affairs ministers in Kyiv for 'united message' of support for Ukraine
The informal meeting of the EU's foreign affairs ministers will include discussions with president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, writes acting Political Editor, Paul Hosford, in Kyiv

Tue, 31 Mar, 2026

O'Callaghan: Gardaí have tech to respond to drone threats during EU presidency 
O'Callaghan: Gardaí have tech to respond to drone threats during EU presidency 
Gardaí have the appropriate technology to respond to any threats from drones on land, the Justice Minister has said as concerns escalate about security ahead of Ireland’s EU presidency.

Mon, 30 Mar, 2026

Limerick's Aughinish refinery is in supply chain that feeds Russian war machine, records suggest
Limerick's Aughinish refinery is in supply chain that feeds Russian war machine, records suggest
Shipments to Russian smelters from Aughinish Alumina have increased sharply since the invasion of Ukraine

Tue, 24 Mar, 2026

Irish aid to Ukraine all the more crucial amid Russian attacks on hospitals 
Irish aid to Ukraine all the more crucial amid Russian attacks on hospitals 
Irish volunteer and Peace Bridge Foundation founder Stephen ‘Sammy’ Byrne is currently en route to Kyiv with four 4x4s and medical aid

Sun, 22 Mar, 2026

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Shona Murray: The EU cannot take a united stand on important issues in the face of Orban’s obstruction
Ever since the 2022 Russian invasion, Orban has used Europe’s solidarity with Kyiv as a stick to beat it with, writes Shona Murray.

Sat, 21 Mar, 2026

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Ukraine using drone expertise to help countries against Iran attacks – Zelenskyy
Ukraine is also looking into whether it can have a role in restoring security in the Strait of Hormuz amid the Iran war, he said

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026

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Zelenskyy says Ukraine waiting on US and Russia to set next round of talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in comments released on Sunday that he was ready for the next round of trilateral peace talks to end Russia’s more than four-year-old invasion of Ukraine.

Sun, 15 Mar, 2026

Taoiseach visit to the US
Paul Hosford: With so much to balance, Martin’s White House visit will be a high-wire act for the ages
Like many who sit next to Mr Trump as he bloviates, there is a risk of the Taoiseach seeming like a bystander, watching on as Mr Trump bounces from issue to issue

Sat, 14 Mar, 2026

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Zelenskyy says Russia-Ukraine talks on ice as Gulf states seek Kyiv drone advice
Meanwhile, the United States and its allies in the Middle East are seeking Kyiv’s expertise in countering Iran’s Shahed drones

Thu, 05 Mar, 2026

Shona Murray: EU's failure to rein in Orban could threaten veto of small nations like Ireland
Shona Murray: EU's failure to rein in Orban could threaten veto of small nations like Ireland
Persistent attempts by Hungary’s prime minister Viktor Orban to block EU moves to aid Ukraine have created a renewed momentum to end the veto system — which could have significant consequences for small, responsible member states like Ireland.

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026

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Ukraine says Russia launched major aerial attack ahead of Geneva talks with US
Russia launched a barrage of 420 drones and 39 missiles at Ukraine overnight, President Volodymyr Zelensky said, as US and Ukrainian envoys prepare to hold more talks in Geneva on ending the war that is now in its fifth year.

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

Brothers in arms resting against the background of the Ukrainian flag. Ukrainian Military in the collapsed building resting from
Lines from the frontline: The poet soldiers defending Ukraine
Poetry in Ukraine is playing a vital role in processing trauma and bolstering resistance amid the ongoing war launched by Russia

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

Volodymyr Zelenskyy
'No risk' to Volodymyr Zelenskky attending EU summit in Ireland, minister says
Helen McEntee said that 'in the very near future' her department will be completing an agreement with Britain on security and defence and that she is also working on deepening co-operation with France on maritime security and protecting critical infrastructure

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visit to Ireland
Taoiseach hits out at Sinn Féin for opposing multi-billion Ukraine loan
Micheál Martin said opposing the EU loan was "tantamount to asking Ukraine to surrender"

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: Four years of war in Ukraine and finding safety in Cork
The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: Four years of war in Ukraine and finding safety in Cork
It’s four years today since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, a day that changed the course of world history

 Listen | Tue, 24 Feb, 2026

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UKRAINE Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen attends service
Zelenskyy says Putin has not ‘broken Ukrainians’ on anniversary of invasion
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was defiant despite the devastating death toll, insisting that Russia has not “broken Ukrainians” nor triumphed in the war

Tue, 24 Feb, 2026

Four years of Ukraine war: EU leaders battle with Hungary on support
Four years of Ukraine war: EU leaders battle with Hungary on support
Viktor Orbán’s government blocks fresh economic measures against Russia on eve of war’s fourth anniversary

Tue, 24 Feb, 2026

Ukraine is the biggest and most consequential of all the American betrayals
Ukraine is the biggest and most consequential of all the American betrayals
As the war enters its fifth year, it’s time for Europe to take the fight to Putin on its own terms and tell Trump to get lost

Tue, 24 Feb, 2026

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EU fails to pass new sanctions targeting Russia after objection from Hungary
The European Union has failed to pass new sanctions on Russia at a meeting on Monday after objections from Hungary, the bloc’s top diplomat said.

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

Ukrainians in Ireland: ‘Thousands of people my age are dying. We need a lasting peace’
Ukrainians in Ireland: ‘Thousands of people my age are dying. We need a lasting peace’
Four years ago, life changed forever for Ukrainians as Russia launched its invasion. Liz Dunphy spoke with three women living here who are hoping for peace

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

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Delays, failures, and 'half-funded' plans put Ireland's security in jeopardy
Despite all the incidents and all the analysis and warnings, we don’t have an actual structure in Ireland to counter hybrid threats

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

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Growing calls for Ireland to set up an EU presidency security task force
There are calls for An Garda Síochána, the Defence Forces, and other agencies to co-ordinate security ahead of Ireland’s presidency of the EU

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

'Ireland stands in solidarity with Ukraine' on eve of fourth anniversary of Russian invasion
'Ireland stands in solidarity with Ukraine' on eve of fourth anniversary of Russian invasion
Peace rallies in Ireland heard support for Ukrainians, which was echoed by foreign minister Helen McEntee who said: 'Ireland stands firmly with the Ukrainian people'

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

Tom Dunne: U2 have suddenly woken up to the fact they have a lot to say
Tom Dunne: U2 have suddenly woken up to the fact they have a lot to say
That energy, that sense of urgency, the sense of needing to say what simply must be said informs every track. It might have been War since we’ve last heard them so urgent

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026

More than 84,000 Ukrainians remain in Ireland four years after Russia’s invasion
More than 84,000 Ukrainians remain in Ireland four years after Russia’s invasion
CSO data shows strong workforce participation and school enrolment as thousands of Ukrainians continue building lives

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026

Munich Security Conference
UK mulls sanctions against Moscow after Navalny poisoning revelations
Russian embassy in London has denied Moscow was involved in  Navalny’s death and described the announcement as 'feeble-mindedness of Western fabulists'

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Germany Munich Security Conference
Ukrainian drone strike sparks fires at Russian Black Sea port
The latest attacks came ahead of another round of US-brokered talks between envoys from Russia and Ukraine on Tuesday and Wednesday in Geneva

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Germany Munich Security Conference
'Woke Europe not facing civilisational erasure,’ says EU’s foreign policy chief
Kaja Kallas said many countries 'still want to join our club'

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Germany Munich Security Conference
Zelenskyy says questions remain for allies over security guarantees for Ukraine
European nations, including the UK and France, have already said they will commit troops to Ukraine to guarantee its future security

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

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