Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar joined an illustrious gathering of top UK and EU leaders in Belfast for the final day of the Good Friday Agreement (GFA) summit. Alongside UK Cabinet Ministers, Chancellor Rishi Sunak, Prime Minister Boris Johnson, Trade Secretary Liz Truss, and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, Varadkar discussed … Read more
The restoration of Northern Ireland’s power-sharing assembly at Stormont has been a long-standing challenge, but former US President Bill Clinton believes it can be achieved with ease if there is a genuine desire to do so. Clinton made his remarks during a recent visit to Belfast, where he spoke about the potential for continued peace … Read more
Former US President Bill Clinton has returned to Belfast to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement, which ended decades of violence in Northern Ireland. Speaking at Queen’s University, Mr. Clinton noted the progress made since the peace deal was signed, while also acknowledging the challenges that still remain. The visit comes amid … Read more
US President Joe Biden has begun a series of engagements in Ireland, with a focus on reaffirming support for the Good Friday Agreement and encouraging the restoration of powersharing in Northern Ireland. During a meeting with British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in Belfast, Biden declined to answer questions about a trade deal or messages to … Read more
A trio of high-profile political figures are set to make a must-watch appearance on Ireland’s esteemed Late Late Show this week. Former Irish Taoiseach Bertie Ahern, entrepreneur and philanthropist Alanna Idris Quinn, and US Ambassador to Ireland, Kevin O’Malley, are expected to join host Ryan Tubridy for an insightful and thought-provoking discussion. With a wealth … Read more
Search operations have resumed in Co Monaghan to attempt to find the remains of Columba McVeigh, who disappeared in 1975. The ongoing search is part of a larger operation to locate the remains of a total of 16 people who were killed and buried by the IRA during the Troubles. McVeigh, who was 17 years … Read more
The Good Friday Agreement was a historic achievement for peace in Northern Ireland, but it has been a contentious issue among unionists since its signing in 1998. The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) is a leading voice in the chorus of opposition. In this article, we will explore the reasons why a majority of unionists, including … Read more
Bertie Ahern, the former Taoiseach of Ireland, was honoured by the leader of the Ulster Unionist Party (UUP), Steve Aiken, at an event marking the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement. The accord, which was signed on April 10, 1998, helped bring an end to decades of sectarian violence in Northern Ireland. Ahern played … Read more
A new opinion poll in Northern Ireland has revealed significant gains for both Sinn Féin and the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP). The findings indicate a shift in popular support for the two major parties, as the country navigates through a time of political uncertainty and tension. In this article, we will take a closer look … Read more
Every year on March 17, the world turns its attention to Ireland, celebrating its rich culture and heritage with parades, shamrocks, and green beer. But beyond this festive frivolity lies a more enduring force: Ireland’s soft power. From literature and music to diplomacy and philanthropy, Ireland has long exerted a subtle but powerful influence on … Read more