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ANALYSIS: The Limits of Irish Neutrality
Ireland accelerates its defense overhaul as Russian activity and undersea cable threats expose the limits of longstanding military neutrality.
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Ukraine
Ireland Joins First 5 Nations to Ratify Ukraine Claims Commission
Ireland has taken a major step toward becoming the fifth country to ratify the convention, with 20 more ratifications needed for the commission to begin operations.
May 7, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ireland to End Housing Support for 16,000 Ukrainian Refugees in Phased Withdrawal
The government has agreed on a phased six-month plan beginning in August to end the use of commercial accommodation for Ukrainians who arrived before March 2024.
April 29, 2026
Kyiv
St. Patrick’s Day Celebrated in Kyiv as Symbol of Irish-Ukrainian Solidarity
Visiting Irish minister and a former Ukrainian ambassador in Dublin on the significance of this celebration.
March 17, 2026
Russia
‘Another Hybrid Attack’ – EU Leader Says Russia Is Responsible for Irish Airspace Violation
European Council President Antonia Costa accused Russia of deploying the drones that violated a no-fly zone in place during President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to Dublin last week.
Dec. 9, 2025
Zelensky
Military-Style Drones Near Zelensky’s Flight Path Reportedly Triggered Security Incident in Dublin
According to Irish media, four or five drones breached a no-fly zone earlier this week to stalk President Volodymyr Zelensky’s plane and circle a naval vessel secretly deployed off Dublin’s coast.
Dec. 5, 2025
Ukraine
Zelensky: ‘Everything Depends on Today’s Discussions’
Zelensky’s remarks came shortly after he received a standing ovation in the Irish parliament, beseeching Ireland and Europe to “never lose your faith in Ukraine.”
Dec. 2, 2025
Zelensky
Zelensky Pushes to ‘End the War’ as Putin Claims He’s ‘Ready’ to Fight Europe
The Ukrainian president is seeking support from European allies, who fear the US plan – rumored to have been drafted in Moscow – reads like a wishlist for Putin.
Dec. 2, 2025
Europe
Ireland to Host Zelensky for First Official Visit and Economic Forum
The Ukrainian president will make his first official visit to Ireland on Dec. 2, holding talks with PM Micháel Martin, addressing the parliament, and opening the Ireland-Ukraine Economic Forum.
Dec. 1, 2025
Europe
Ireland Slashes State Housing for Ukrainians to 30 Days Amid Growing Arrivals
The Irish government has cut state-provided housing for new arrivals from Ukraine to 30 days and intends to require working residents to contribute to their rent.
Nov. 4, 2025
Russia
Lukoil Evades Sanctions by Funneling Through Northern Ireland
Russia’s second-largest oil company has thus far skirted past international sanctions through a loophole and a Northern Ireland subsidiary.
May 30, 2025
Ukraine
Ukraine Courts Block Attempt to Buy Concrete Factory – Competitor Files Lawsuit
Fortune 500’s CRH wanted to buy a concrete factory in Ukraine, received permission from Ukraine’s regulator, but the court canceled it in a lawsuit filed by Ukraine’s leading player in the industry.
April 10, 2025
Ukraine
Trump Says He Could Pressure Russia, Prefers Not To
US President Donald Trump and Irish Prime Minister Michael Martin discussed the war in Ukraine in passing and made brief comments on the US-proposed 30-day ceasefire plan.
March 12, 2025
Ireland
Ireland Paves Way to Potential Peacekeeping Mission in Ukraine
After signaling an openness to deploy peacekeepers to Ukraine, Ireland is now working towards a legislative change to remove UN Security Council approval as a prerequisite to deploy troops overseas.
March 4, 2025
Ukraine
Ireland Reportedly Open to Sending Peacekeepers to Ukraine
Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin reiterated Ireland’s support for Ukraine, including being open to sending troops to enforce a peace deal, upon meeting President Volodymyr Zelensky in Shannon.
Feb. 28, 2025
Europe
Macron Says France and Allies ‘United’ on Ukraine
Macron held the new meeting on Ukraine on Wednesday afternoon in a bid to coordinate a European response to what he has called an “existential threat” from Russia after a shock US policy shift.
Feb. 19, 2025