Category: World

German conservative leader Friedrich Merz has firmly rejected the possibility of forming a coalition with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, following his victory in Sunday’s parliamentary elections. Merz, leading the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and the Christian Social Union (CSU), secured 28.6% of the vote, while the AfD garnered 20.4%. In an interview […]

The UN Security Council on Monday passed a US-drafted resolution urging a “swift end” to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, calling for a peaceful resolution in line with the principles of the UN Charter. The resolution garnered 10 votes in favor and five abstentions, including from Greece, France, Slovenia, Denmark, and the UK. While the resolution […]

As Ukraine commemorated the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reaffirmed his stance that a special tribunal must be established to hold those responsible for the war accountable, even as peace talks advance. Speaking in Kyiv alongside world leaders, Zelenskyy emphasized, “We will never forget and we cannot forget. These people will […]

The PEACEPLUS programme, a landmark initiative supporting peace and prosperity across Northern Ireland and the Republic’s border counties, has committed over €700 million of its €1.1 billion total funding to transformative projects since its launch in 2023. Backed by the European Union, the UK Government, the Irish Government, and the Northern Ireland Executive, PEACEPLUS aims […]

On the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine which takes place on the 24th of Feb 2025, Ireland’s Tánaiste (Deputy Prime Minister), Micheál Martin, issued a statement reaffirming the country’s unwavering commitment to Ukraine. Reflecting on the brutal conflict, Martin expressed admiration for the resilience and bravery of the Ukrainian people, who continue […]

On 24th February 2025, Minister for Rural and Community Development, Dara Calleary, announced a significant €14 million investment to support 163 community-driven initiatives across Ireland. The funding, under the Community Recognition Fund, aims to enhance local infrastructures such as sports clubs, community centres, parks, and playgrounds. This announcement highlights the government’s continued commitment to rural […]

Friedrich Merz, the presumptive chancellor of Germany, has confirmed he will seek a coalition with the social democratic SPD after the Christian Democrats (CDU/CSU) won the February 23 election, topping the poll with 28.5%. Although the SPD has gone from winning the last election to a record low result of 16.4% of the vote, it […]

Syria’s newly appointed president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, has received an official invitation from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi to attend an emergency Arab League summit in Cairo on March 4. This invitation, announced by Syria’s presidency on Sunday, represents a significant move in the ongoing effort to rebuild Syria’s ties with the Arab world following the […]

For the first time, Nigeria’s former military ruler, General Ibrahim Babangida, has publicly expressed regret over the annulment of the 1993 presidential election, an action that plunged the country into political turmoil. The election, held on June 12, was poised to end decades of military rule, with Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola widely believed to […]

Friedrich Merz, the new leader of Germany’s centre-right Union bloc, is on track to become the country’s next chancellor after his victory in the national elections. With his eyes set on Europe’s future, Merz has vowed to prioritize European unity and bolster the continent’s security, particularly in light of the growing influence of the Trump […]