Long-standing TD and two-time minister of State ‘championed the needs of those facing inequality and disadvantage’
Michael D Higgins
It would be ‘beyond immoral’ for world to take sides amid starvation in Gaza, says Michael D Higgins
President warns against ‘rhetorical battle’ regarding supply of aid as concerns grow over famine
Irish people thinking of ‘horrific circumstances’ of those in Gaza on St Patrick’s Day, says Higgins
President called for ceasefire in Middle East as he drew on patron saint’s experience as a migrant in remarks marking holiday
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Former RTÉ journalist, who has died aged 74, ‘redefined our collective perspective on terminal illness’, says President
President says ‘propaganda campaign’ against United Nations and its relief agency in enclave a ‘scandalous travesty’
Greens should be celebrating the beginning of summer with the welcome addition of a new Senator Mal O’Hara
Ó Briain held many roles – he worked at RTÉ, in politics and led the Arts Council – and was ‘totally committed to public service’
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President was taken to hospital by ambulance as a precaution late last month after feeling unwell
Michael D Higgins experienced ‘a mild transient weakness’ and will limit the extent of public engagements in coming weeks
President stayed in hospital as precaution due to blood pressure concerns
Art for Gaza fundraising auction raised almost €117,000 from 113 donated items
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