Talks between US and Iran set to resume in PakistanUK and Spain rebuff reports of punishment by US over war stance as clashes continue in LebanonFri Apr 24 2026 - 20:17
‘We are not counting on Europe’: Rift with US is looking more and more like a chasmEuropean governments, lacking sway in Washington, now fret about surging fuel costs and energy bills Fri Apr 24 2026 - 16:13
Spanish PM Sánchez criticises Trump’s war on Iran as ‘illegal and a big mistake’Europe caught in a ‘dangerous situation’ amid wars in Iran and Ukraine, Danish prime minister tells EU summit in CyprusFri Apr 24 2026 - 13:45
Europe leaders ‘pessimistic’ on Iran war’s long-term impact on energy prices, says Micheál MartinIreland not immune to global economic slowdown caused by the conflict, warns TaoiseachFri Apr 24 2026 - 11:36
Plans for ‘more permanent relief’ on high energy costs including using fuel allowance, Taoiseach says Government will look at structural reforms that could bring down prices, says Micheál MartinThu Apr 23 2026 - 20:42
Breakthrough on EU’s €90bn Kyiv loan gives Zelenskiy a ‘great day’ in Cyprus sunRemoval of Viktor Orbán might mean Paris and Berlin have to play the bad guy on Ukraine’s membership Thu Apr 23 2026 - 20:17
One EU state has much more to fear from the Iran war than any otherDrone attack prompts fresh debate about bloc’s ‘mutual assistance’ clauseThu Apr 23 2026 - 05:00
France and Sweden push to increase EU tariffs on goods from illegal Israeli settlementsDivisive debate inside EU about sanctioning Israel for ‘grave’ human rights abuses begins againMon Apr 20 2026 - 14:22
EU countries urged to consider ‘energy voucher’ schemes to ease household billsEuropean Commission to recommend temporary ban on energy disconnections Mon Apr 20 2026 - 06:00
Meet Trump’s Maga disciples tearing up the diplomatic rule book across Europe Trump’s hand‑picked ambassadors look less like career diplomats and more like a travelling Mar‑a‑Lago court, spoiling for a fightSun Apr 19 2026 - 06:44
Iran issues warning to US as Strait of Hormuz ‘reopens’; oil prices tumble below $90 a barrelLive updates as talks to end the war in the Middle East continueFri Apr 17 2026 - 21:49
Oil and gas prices tumble as Iran pledges to reopen Strait of Hormuz Abbas Araghchi says passage for commercial vessels will be permitted while there is a ceasefire in LebanonFri Apr 17 2026 - 21:00
Hungary’s €10bn use-it-or-lose it EU challengeFast approaching deadline to tap EU cash will be an early test of Péter Magyar’s incoming administration Fri Apr 17 2026 - 15:26
Ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon comes into effectLive updates as talks to end the war in the Middle East continueThu Apr 16 2026 - 22:14
‘Who’s your daddy’: Mark Rutte torches his reputation to keep Trump engaged in NatoThe Dutch politician’s strategy has been to heap public praise on the US president. It has been cringe-inducing at times Thu Apr 16 2026 - 15:31
‘Even the best-case scenario is bad’: EU chief warns of higher gas prices ‘for years’ Supplies of diesel and jet fuel may come under pressure if Strait of Hormuz remains blocked, European energy commissioner fearsThu Apr 16 2026 - 06:00
How other countries are responding to surging oil prices - and why Spain is in a good positionFrom France to the UK, governments across the globe are scrambling to take a range of measures to cushion consumers from increasing energy costsWed Apr 15 2026 - 14:11
Viktor Orbán’s veto power paralysed the EU. His election loss is good news in BrusselsElection defeat ends year of paralysis, where Hungary blocked EU support for Ukraine and other key foreign‑policy decisionsMon Apr 13 2026 - 17:37
Irishman Anthony Whelan appointed to senior job in European CommissionFormer adviser of Ursula von der Leyen secures position running commission’s competition departmentMon Apr 13 2026 - 09:29
Italy challenges Irish plan to ban disposable vapes in rare interventionDepartment of Health legislation to ban single-use vapes criticised as disproportionate by RomeFri Apr 10 2026 - 06:00
Orban re-election would force a rethink of how EU takes decisions Outcome of viciously fought election in Budapest has big implications for the EU’s foreign policymaking Thu Apr 09 2026 - 05:51
EU states warned extremists could take advantage of war in Iran to cross into EuropeContinental governments anxious about surge in refugees fleeing escalating conflict in Middle East Wed Apr 08 2026 - 06:00
Poland is an EU success story. So, why is it facing growing calls for ‘Polexit’? Country’s future in the bloc becoming the key theme in power struggle between Donald Tusk’s centrist coalition and hard-right populistsTue Apr 07 2026 - 06:50
Czech Republic took in huge numbers of Ukrainians. Its new government is not so welcoming Right-wing populist government in Prague plans to cut off military aid to Kyiv and wants restrictions on refugee 'protection' for Ukrainians Tue Apr 07 2026 - 05:59
Ministers warned of delays in writing EU rules into law as presidency approaches Correspondence shows Government keen to avoid getting rap on the knuckles from Brussels Sun Apr 05 2026 - 06:00
Struggling French vineyards turn excess wine into ethanolDeja vu for vineyards as EU intervenes again to help distil excess stocks into ethanol to prevent ‘collapse in prices’Fri Apr 03 2026 - 06:00
Making a killing: Boom times for Europe’s defence industry Prague letter: Story of Czechoslovak Group is a striking insight into Europe’s booming defence industry Thu Apr 02 2026 - 05:07
Taoiseach concerned at reports Aughinish plant supplying ‘Russian war effort’Micheál Martin rejects accusation Government speaking out of both sides of its mouth by supporting Ukraine and Aughinish AluminaWed Apr 01 2026 - 07:24
Donald Trump denounces European states restricting US access to airspace due to Iran war‘No evidence’ that US aircraft flying to conflict are refuelling at Shannon Airport, says TaoiseachWed Apr 01 2026 - 06:00
Government needs to keep some ‘firepower’ in reserve during energy crisis, says TaoiseachShannon Airport ‘is not used as a base for the Middle East war’ by the US, says Micheál Martin Tue Mar 31 2026 - 19:12
Hungary under fire after leaked audio reveals efforts to help Russia overturn EU sanctionsRecording purports to capture phone call between foreign ministers of Hungary and RussiaTue Mar 31 2026 - 17:53
Irish fans stumble out of a Prague pub, drunk and shell-shockedWorld Cup: Hundreds of Irish fans in The Dubliner pub fell silent as Ireland lost the penalty shoot-outFri Mar 27 2026 - 06:44
Thousands of Irish fans in Prague dare to hope: ‘We’re gonna nab it’ Last-minute tickets to World Cup playoff going for €300 on streets of Czech capitalThu Mar 26 2026 - 15:24
'The pass was booked in early for this one': Ireland fans descend on PragueIreland fans have made their way to Prague, Czech Republic ahead of the World Cup playoff. Video: Jack PowerThu Mar 26 2026 - 08:46
‘Sort out The Parrot, will ye’ – Ireland fans arrive in Prague with tickets thin on groundTourists in Czech capital marvel at chanting Irish supporters as World Cup hopes buildThu Mar 26 2026 - 06:00
‘You should freak out’: Brussels grapples with warnings from the AI frontierBrussels regulators get expert help to watch for any hint of tech companies ‘losing control’ of their own artificial intelligence Thu Mar 26 2026 - 05:06
‘We had to sleep in the airport for eight hours’: Ireland fans land in Prague for playoff Supporters brave detours and ticketing woes to travel in their thousands for qualifier against CzechsWed Mar 25 2026 - 16:22
Fears of prolonged shock to global oil and gas prices deepen amid Middle East attacks EU will table ‘temporary, tailored and targeted’ measures to help ease burden of high energy costs, says Ursula von der LeyenFri Mar 20 2026 - 07:08
New Australia-EU trade deal may be sealed by next weekGovernment opposition to Mercosur pact with South American companies not to be repeated with Australian proposal Fri Mar 20 2026 - 06:00
EU leaders are growing tired of the Viktor Orban show Backtracking by Hungary’s far right prime minister on €90 billion Ukraine loan deal a ‘betrayal’ of fellow EU leaders Thu Mar 19 2026 - 17:22
European leaders say they will not be drawn into Iran war Fears new strikes on Gulf oil and gas production sites could do ‘lasting’ damage to energy supply Thu Mar 19 2026 - 13:58
Government keen to avoid energy supports pushing up inflation, Micheál Martin says Israel’s military strikes in Lebanon ‘wholly disproportionate’, Micheál Martin saysThu Mar 19 2026 - 11:56
Iran war: What can EU leaders do about rising energy prices?Political danger of an inflation spike will focus the minds at Brussels summit on ThursdayThu Mar 19 2026 - 05:00
McGrath wades into politically fraught tax waters Proposed ‘EU Inc’ reforms expected to meet resistance from national finance ministriesWed Mar 18 2026 - 15:38
McGrath proposes EU plan to ‘harmonise’ some national rules around tax and insolvencyEuropean Commission pitches scheme to allow for businesses to be set up or wound down quickly and inexpensively on EU-wide basis Wed Mar 18 2026 - 12:55
Is it time for the EU to start talking to Russia again?EU leaders frustrated at being sidelined in Ukraine peace negotiationsMon Mar 16 2026 - 17:24
A contested fry, Guinness shortages and police raids: St Patrick’s week in Brussels Europe letter: St Patrick’s Day receptions are a classic exercise in diplomatic soft power, but securing an invitation can be a challengeThu Mar 12 2026 - 06:00
Power to set foreign policy does not lie with President Connolly, says GovernmentStatement likely intended as riposte to President’s condemnation of ‘violations of international law’ in GulfMon Mar 09 2026 - 20:09
Protracted war in Iran could pose ‘substantial’ shock to European economySimon Harris warns steep rise in inflation would have ‘very significant’ impact on large parts of the Irish economyMon Mar 09 2026 - 18:45
Ursula von der Leyen questions EU’s ongoing need for consensus amid divisions with OrbanEU must consider whether consensus-based decision making on foreign policy is ‘hindrance’ Mon Mar 09 2026 - 16:06
