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Trump plans to pressure Zelenskyy over a mutual cessation of strikes on energy infrastructure. Kyiv is ready to take steps if Russia stops the attacks.
The meeting between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and John Ratcliffe took place on September 21 at Shannon Airport while the planes were refueling. The content of the conversation is unknown.
Ireland will not participate in the 2027 "Eurovision" Song Contest due to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Four other countries had previously boycotted the contest.
In Cardiff, the three first ministers will sign a declaration on the right to hold independence referendums. In all three countries, power is held by supporters of independence.
Donald Trump said he would consider a request from relatives of those killed in the September 11 terrorist attacks to release additional materials. He promised to consider the decision after returning to the United States.
Donald Trump announced plans to abolish the 10% tariff on Irish whiskey after the Irish Open tournament. The date of the abolition is currently unknown.
Donald Trump said that the US could remain in Iran and "take the oil," as in Venezuela. He expects the war to end this year.
Trump said that the US is ahead of China in AI and must maintain its leadership. He dismissed concerns about scenarios that will not come to pass.
The U. S. president said that Ukraine's attacks on Russian diesel production are causing a global fuel shortage. He urged Zelenskyy to stop them.
The leaders of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland will meet on September 14. They seek the right to hold independence referendums and are considering a future in the EU.
Trump said in Dublin that he wants the reunification of Ireland and considers it inevitable. In Northern Ireland, the president's words elicited a mixed reaction.
Trump said that the Houthis do not want a direct war with the United States and asked not to be attacked. Saudi Arabia called on Washington to intervene.
Spain will increase its supply of missiles for Patriot systems to Ukraine. Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares confirmed that a new batch is being prepared.
The Czech Republic, together with its intelligence services, will change the procedure for reporting trips by Russian diplomats. The new rules are intended to strengthen control.
The EU approved €6. 1 billion in defense funding for Ukraine, including air defense. Member states also promised additional resources, but provided no details.
Ukraine’s Foreign Minister has arrived in Ireland for a meeting of EU ministers. He will present Kyiv’s priorities for military, energy and sanctions support.
Kaja Kallas said that the EU is engaging countries outside the bloc to supply Ukraine with air defense interceptors. There is a shortage of them to protect civilians.
Allies are calling on Spain and Greece to transfer PAC-2 missiles for Patriot systems to Ukraine. The issue will be discussed by EU ministers, but the countries are concerned about their own defense.
Belgium opposed using €200 billion in frozen Russian assets for Ukraine. Sweden, Poland, the Netherlands and Spain supported the scheme.
As part of the EUNAVFOR MED IRINI military operation, the MV SUN tanker was inspected in the Mediterranean Sea on August 30. Measures against the shadow fleet will be discussed by EU defence ministers.
Belgium’s Defense Minister said that the country would not support the use of frozen Russian assets. The EU plans to discuss the issue next week.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz plans to hold Russia responsible for a drone carrying explosives at Leipzig Airport. He also wants to impose sanctions.
Flash floods have claimed the lives of at least 359 people, while more than 1,400 are missing. They include citizens of more than 30 countries.
Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan have purchased Strancally Castle and its 178-hectare estate. The family plans to preserve the castle and spend time there.
Due to the drought affecting 38% of the EU's territory, farmers are forced to use their winter feed stocks early. This is leading to a reduction in livestock numbers and lower milk production in France.
As of the end of June, more than 4. 4 million Ukrainians were under temporary protection in the EU, 24,000 more than in May. The largest numbers of such people are in Germany, Poland and the Czech Republic.
Developers of the £430 million Greenlink power cable revised its route following complaints from "Harry Potter" fans. The cable was supposed to come ashore at a beach in Wales where Dobby the elf's death was filmed.
EU interior ministers expressed full solidarity with Spain following the influx of migrants into Ceuta. Of the approximately 72,000 people who crossed the border, 70,000 have already been returned to Morocco.
Ukrainian airlines operate 131 leased aircraft out of 152, which is 86% of the fleet. The Bureau of Economic Security is investigating cases against 5 airlines over the interpretation of lease payments as royalties.
Ireland convenes EU Council meeting on August 4 due to situation in the enclave of Ceuta. Prime Minister Martin announced the meeting chaired by the Minister of Justice.