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Irish plant legally supplies raw materials for the Russian military-industrial complex - FT

The Aughinish Alumina plant in Ireland legally exports raw materials to the Russian Federation. Authorities are investigating the use of alumina in the production of Russian weapons.

Economy • June 6, 07:20 PM • 52528 views
UK fears Ireland is a "back door" for Russian spies - The Telegraph

According to Irish MEP Andrews, Dublin has issued 14,000 visas to Russians since 2022 with an approval rate of 90%. London considers this a threat due to the Common Travel Area between the countries.

Politics • May 31, 03:23 AM • 6548 views
Maldera hands late call-up to Ihnatenko; Riznyk and Hutsulyak to miss national team camp due to injury - UAF

Andrea Maldera has called up Danylo Ihnatenko to the national team. Dmytro Riznyk and Oleksiy Hutsulyak will miss the upcoming matches due to injuries.

Sports • May 29, 12:59 PM • 2606 views
Carney to meet Macron in Paris ahead of G7 summit in June - media

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet with Emmanuel Macron on June 12. The leaders will discuss defense cooperation and energy ahead of the G7 summit.

Politics • May 27, 03:50 PM • 3914 views
Associate membership could block Ukraine's actual accession to the EU - Irish Foreign Minister

The Irish Foreign Ministry warns that associate member status would block Ukraine's full accession to the EU. This could create a two-tier approach to the bloc's expansion.

Politics • May 23, 03:34 AM • 12259 views
Israel intercepts humanitarian aid flotilla for Gaza near Cyprus - BBC

The Israeli military intercepted over 50 vessels of a humanitarian flotilla near Cyprus. Mission participants were detained and are planned to be deported from the port of Ashdod.

News of the World • May 19, 10:38 AM • 3897 views
Georgia refused to participate in the creation of a special tribunal for the Russian leadership

Tbilisi did not sign the agreement on the committee of the Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression against Ukraine. Georgia's Foreign Minister explained this by citing additional risks for the country.

Politics • May 16, 05:39 PM • 11529 views
Ukrainian aviation under pressure: BEB's new interpretation of leasing contradicts global practice

The Bureau of Economic Security (BEB) has opened cases against airlines, interpreting aircraft leasing as royalties. This violates international agreements and threatens the destruction of Ukrainian aviation.

Economy • May 11, 09:59 AM • 28854 views
White House calls actor Mark Hamill a "sick person" over photo of Trump in a gravePhoto

Mark Hamill posted a photo of Trump in a grave, prompting the White House to call the actor a sick person. The administration labeled such actions as dangerous rhetoric.

News of the World • May 10, 03:30 AM • 87313 views
"This is not another Covid" - WHO chief sends message to Tenerife as hantavirus-stricken liner approachesPhoto

Three people have died due to a hantavirus outbreak. The head of the WHO will arrive in Tenerife to oversee the safe evacuation of passengers from the vessel MV Hondius.

Health • May 9, 05:58 PM • 6368 views
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International conventions take precedence over national law, but the BEB ignores this in cases against the aviation business.

The Bureau of Economic Security is pressuring airlines over lease payments, ignoring the priority of international treaties on avoiding double taxation. Five companies have come under fire.

Economy • April 23, 10:30 AM • 55459 views
EU did not suspend the association agreement with Israel

EU foreign ministers rejected the initiative to terminate the agreement with Israel. Germany and Italy blocked the proposal from Spain and Ireland.

News of the World • April 22, 08:44 AM • 2790 views
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Aviation business under pressure: BEB opened cases against 5 airlines due to aircraft leasing

The Bureau of Economic Security has opened cases against 5 airlines, interpreting aircraft leasing as royalties. This contradicts international conventions and practice.

Economy • April 20, 08:39 AM • 55835 views
Sybiha and Irish Minister of State for European Affairs Byrne discussed strengthening sanctions pressure on Russia

The heads of departments discussed Ireland's presidency of the EU and the opening of negotiation clusters. The parties focused on sanctions and a €90 billion loan.

Economy • April 18, 05:13 PM • 5024 views
EU to conduct mutual assistance drills in case of attack, Kallas to personally oversee mechanism review

The European Union will conduct exercises to practice Article 42. 7 on collective defense. Kaja Kallas will personally oversee the review of the response to armed aggression.

Politics • April 17, 10:39 PM • 4389 views
A ticking time bomb: how the tax service under Kiriyenko led to criminal prosecution of aviation market players

The State Tax Service (STS) under the leadership of Tetiana Kiriyenko enabled the Bureau of Economic Security (BES) to equate aircraft leasing with royalties and open cases against airlines. This threatens double taxation, losses for airlines, and the complete destruction of the civil aviation industry.

Economy • April 16, 02:27 PM • 36256 views
Man with an axe damaged a US Air Force plane at Shannon Airport in IrelandVideo

A 40-year-old man was detained in Ireland for attacking a C-130 Hercules military aircraft. Due to the incident, the airport's operations were halted and flights were delayed.

News of the World • April 12, 01:05 PM • 5438 views
Ireland deploys army to disperse protesters blocking key ports

Authorities used military equipment to remove trucks and tractors from Foynes and Whitegate ports. Protesters are demanding lower fuel taxes.

News of the World • April 9, 03:57 PM • 3515 views
The EU is introducing a new border crossing system - what will change for Ukrainians and what you need to know

From April 10, 2026, Ukrainians will undergo biometric registration when entering 29 European countries. The system will automatically control the length of stay.

Society • April 8, 02:21 PM • 52673 views
Attempt to tax aircraft leases abroad harms the aviation industry and Ukraine's international reputation

Attempts by the BEB (Bureau of Economic Security) to tax airlines for aircraft leasing abroad threaten Ukraine's international reputation and jeopardize the aviation industry in Ukraine. Experts emphasize the violation of conventions on avoiding double taxation and the risks posed by the incorrect interpretation of international law.

Economy • April 8, 10:46 AM • 55716 views
Ukrainians in five European countries can submit DNA to search for missing persons - LubinetsPhoto

Ukrainians in Great Britain, Ireland, Italy, Spain, and Portugal can undergo DNA sampling procedures. The campaign will last until May and June 2026.

Society • April 7, 06:47 AM • 4442 views
Zelenskyy discussed Ukraine's European integration and security cooperation with the Irish Foreign Minister

The President met with Helen McEntee to discuss the opening of EU clusters. The parties considered a model of security cooperation and assistance to Ukraine.

Politics • April 1, 03:03 PM • 3158 views
EU and Ukrainian foreign policy chiefs reaffirm commitment to holding Russia accountable on anniversary of Bucha massacrePhoto

EU foreign ministers visited Bucha on the fourth anniversary of the tragedy. Participants of the meeting confirmed the establishment of a commission to compensate for damages.

Society • March 31, 10:55 AM • 12751 views
Brad Pitt spotted in Amsterdam filming "Apex"

The actor plays the lead role in Edward Berger's new film "Apex". The plot of the film tells the story of the protagonist's search for his missing wife across Europe.

Culture • March 26, 08:55 PM • 20779 views
2026 World Cup Qualifiers Play-offs: Why Ukraine's Match Against Sweden is Critically Important

The Ukrainian national team needs to defeat Sweden and the winner of the Poland — Albania match to qualify for the World Cup. The tournament format does not allow for any mistakes.

Sports • March 26, 01:19 PM • 4043 views
Ireland gradually phases out housing payments for Ukrainian refugees

The Irish government will reduce compensation for refugee accommodation from 600 to 400 euros. The ARP program is planned to be completely phased out over the next three years.

Society • March 25, 01:31 AM • 14832 views
Ukraine again ranked 111th in the happiness index, Finland is first for the ninth time in a row

Finland has been the happiest country in the world for the ninth time in a row. Ukraine maintained its position, while the well-being of young people in the West is declining.

Society • March 19, 07:25 AM • 67132 views
Claude overtakes ChatGPT after Pentagon deal collapse

Claude's daily downloads in the US reached 149,000, surpassing ChatGPT. Its active audience grew by 183% after Anthropic rejected a deal with the US government.

News of the World • March 7, 06:55 AM • 6420 views
Customs officers handed over an 18th-century Latin book to Ukraine's oldest libraryPhoto

Kyiv customs officers prevented the illegal export of a rare 18th-century Latin book and handed it over to the Odesa National Scientific Library. This is the second volume of Johann Georg Gmelin's work, published in 1749, which will now be available to scholars and researchers.

Society • February 12, 01:40 PM • 5763 views
EU's top court allows WhatsApp to appeal multi-million privacy fines

The EU's top court has allowed WhatsApp to appeal a €225 million fine for privacy violations. This decision paves the way for Meta to challenge other multi-billion euro fines.

News of the World • February 10, 05:35 PM • 4268 views