EU members approve five big pan-European defence projects
EU members on Monday approved plans for five pan-European defence projects spanning space, sea, air, and drone defence measures, which will now be eligible for EU funding. – The European…
‘Significant’ number of EU countries back speeding up Ukraine funding, Ireland says
A significant number of European Union member states support bringing forward the disbursement of funds under an EU loan to Ukraine to help its war effort, Ireland’s defence minister said…
Four EU countries seek to reopen debate on Russian frozen assets for Ukraine
The Netherlands, Poland, Spain and Sweden called on Thursday for the European Union to reopen discussion next week on using Russia’s frozen assets for Ukraine as Moscow shows no signs…
EU Approves 21st Sanctions Package Against Russia
Pleased we have agreed the 21st package of sanctions in the first weeks of the 🇮🇪Presidency. This package further targets Russia’s revenue streams, impedes its shadow fleet and disrupts its…
Qatar, Ireland Sign MoU on Political Consultations
Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani Meets Ireland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Trade, and Defense Doha | July 06, 2026 HE Prime…
Ireland Assumes EU Council Presidency, McEntee Highlights Opportunities
As we take on the baton of the EU Presidency today, I want to thank our Cypriot colleagues for their work over the past six months and for their superb…
Jaishankar Congratulates Ireland on EU Council Presidency
Glad to speak to FM Helen McEntee of Ireland. Conveyed best wishes as Ireland assumes the Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Discussed deepening our cooperation, including in…
Simon Harris Sets Out Ireland’s Vision for EU Council Presidency
Delighted to welcome the President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola to Government Buildings this morning, alongside Minister Helen McEntee to discuss our priorities as Ireland takes on the Presidency…
Ireland to ban goods from Israeli settlements in West Bank by July
Ireland aims to pass a law curbing goods trade with settlements in the Israeli-occupied West Bank by mid-July with Israel, some US lawmakers and business groups opposing the move, Foreign…
Ireland Calls for Immediate Release of Citizens Detained by Israel
Statement by Minister McEntee on Global Sumud Flotilla Israel must uphold its obligations under international law, including ensuring the safety, welfare and humane treatment of the Irish citizens illegally detained…