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Taoiseach Micheál Martin is scheduled to meet with Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar in Budapest. Magyar has also called for the next round of Russia-Ukraine peace talks to be held in the Hungarian capital.
Daniel Ennis of the Social Democrats won the Dublin Central by-election, becoming a new TD, while Fianna Fáil experienced a poor result with their candidate failing to retain their deposit. Taoiseach Micheál Martin acknowledged the party's significant losses, prompting discussions about a new cost-of-living package.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has held talks with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at the Palazzo Chigi in Rome.
A man has admitted in court to making a sinister threat on Facebook, vowing to 'stab' and kill Taoiseach Micheál Martin.
Letters to the editor criticize Micheál Martin's Famine tribute, suggesting it rings hollow in light of the Irish Government's perceived inaction regarding the conflict in Gaza.
Micheál Martin, leader of Fianna Fáil, has issued a warning to potential leadership challengers within the party. His remarks come as the party faces a difficult week with upcoming by-elections, which some are already calling a "lost cause."
Taoiseach Micheál Martin addressed Fianna Fáil’s centenary ardfheis in Dublin, where he hailed the party's founders and defended its record of "real and sustained achievement."
Irish Expenditure Minister Simon Harris and Tánaiste Micheál Martin have condemned former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern's recent comments on immigration, with Harris stating the remarks caused 'hurt and harm'. A Fianna Fáil MEP has called for Ahern to apologize.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has distanced Fianna Fáil from former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern's recent comments on immigration, calling them 'not appropriate.' Ahern defended his remarks, made in a covertly recorded video, stating he was trying to de-escalate the situation and did not expect to be taped.
This article provides commentary on the ongoing trend of criticism regarding how Micheál Martin manages a diminished Fianna Fáil, touching upon historical aspects of the party.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin announced his commitment to working towards reconciliation and mutual trust ahead of his upcoming visit to Belfast.
The Irish Government spent over €70,000 on business-class flights for Taoiseach Micheál Martin and an accompanying delegation during a state visit to China earlier this year.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has conveyed that EU leaders are highly pessimistic about the energy crisis, fearing its potential impact on the global economy could be comparable to the combined crises of 1973, 1979, and 2022.
Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin addressed his party's TDs, acknowledging a recent leadership storm. He subsequently promoted backbenchers to lead new party groups.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has defended fuel supports for households and emphasized the importance of ensuring key sectors remain fiscally sustainable, addressing concerns about rising costs across the Irish economy.
Two Irish cabinet ministers, widely considered potential successors, have publicly pledged their support for Taoiseach Micheál Martin. This comes amidst political speculation regarding leadership.
Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin is facing increasing pressure from TDs over the Irish government's handling of the ongoing fuel crisis.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has accused Opposition parties of supporting port blockades that led to a fuel scarcity, as the government now faces a confidence motion over its handling of the crisis.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu met with Irish President Catherine Connolly and Prime Minister Micheál Martin during her visit to Dublin. Discussions focused on developing bilateral relations, supporting Moldova's European course, and signing agreements.
A recent poll shows Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin is now tied with Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns as the most popular party leader in Ireland.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin is scheduled to meet with Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo in Helsinki this morning before travelling to Warsaw this afternoon to meet Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk for diplomatic discussions.
Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin stated that the country's economy is in a position of "relative strength" as it faces the ongoing energy crisis.
The Government has left open the prospect of further cost-of-living measures if needed, with Taoiseach Micheál Martin saying “no one knows” how the war in Iran will unfold.
Ireland's State has collected a record €1.121 billion in inheritance and gift tax revenue last year, prompting Taoiseach Micheál Martin to pledge reforms to the inheritance tax system.
Irski premijer Micheál Martin izbjegao je zamku u koju je nedavno upao Friedrich Merz.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has presented US President Donald Trump with a traditional bowl of Shamrock at the White House.
200 US troops wounded during war with Iran Times of Oman
Taoiseach Micheál Martin confirmed that the government is considering targeted measures to address the cost-of-living crisis but expressed caution about raising public expectations prematurely.
The Journal caught up with attendees at the St Patrick’s Day parade in Boston to see what tips they had for the Taoiseach ahead of his meeting with Donald Trump on Tuesday.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin reiterated Ireland's unwavering commitment to the United States during the second day of his visit for St. Patrick's Day celebrations.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin visited Philadelphia to mark 250 years of US independence, where he also met Irish athletes studying in the city and visited the famous Rocky steps.
The two leaders have attended several events in Cork for the second annual summit today and yesterday, including a business roundtable.
The Indo Daily speculates on what Donald Trump has in store for Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Ireland during the upcoming St. Patrick's Day celebrations, recalling last year's event where Martin was overshadowed by Conor McGregor.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is in Northern Ireland this morning before he travels to Cork for the UK-Ireland summit with Taoiseach Micheál Martin.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has condemned a “reckless” strike on a Unifil base in southern Lebanon that left a number of Ghanaian peacekeepers seriously injured.
Micheál Martin said there should be no immediate substantial increase in energy prices after the war began in Iran.
The Irish Government has issued a formal apology to survivors of institutional abuse, with Taoiseach Micheál Martin acknowledging the 'harrowing' experiences they endured.
Fianna Fáil TD Malcolm Byrne was arrested after failing a breath test at a garda checkpoint, with Micheál Martin confirming he has spoken with the politician.
Micheál Martin, the Taoiseach, discussed abuse redress by religious orders with Pope Leo and offered the help of Irish officials involved in the peace process for the Vatican's Middle East efforts.
Irish Tánaiste Micheál Martin and French President Emmanuel Macron met to discuss plans for the EU presidency, with the Middle East, Ukraine, and EU security also on the agenda.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has called for a thorough investigation into the death of a Congolese man, Sakila, in a city centre, acknowledging significant public concern over the incident.
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin has strongly condemned the interception of the Sumud flotilla in international waters and the detention of its occupants by Israeli military forces, calling for their immediate release.
Micheál Martin stated that Ireland needs to avoid the political instability seen in the UK, which is potentially on the verge of its seventh prime minister in a decade.
Former British minister Wes Streeting has declared his candidacy for the leadership of the Labour Party, setting up a challenge to current leader Keir Starmer.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin stated that the confirmation of a separate Local Property Tax on modular homes built in gardens will not deter potential buyers.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure to resign, with dozens of Labour MPs and cabinet ministers publicly calling for his departure. This follows significant election losses for the Labour party, challenging his leadership.
Micheál Martin publicly rejected commentary made by Hutch regarding ethnic minorities, as he prepares for his party's centenary celebration.
Micheál Martin, the Taoiseach, reiterated his belief that Ireland should explore nuclear energy, including assessing its costs and timelines, during a heated Dáil debate.
Healthcare unions in Ireland have held a meeting with Taoiseach Micheál Martin to discuss the impending termination of the 'special leave with pay' scheme for healthcare workers suffering from Long Covid.
Micheál Martin is heading to Ayia Napa, Cyprus, where the resort town is hosting leaders from across the EU, as Ireland prepares to take over the presidency for six months starting next July.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has stated that it "makes sense" to allow for a "variety of accommodation options," referring to the idea of renting out garden cabins.
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin has affirmed his intention to lead Fianna Fáil into the next general election, stating he will "fulfil my mandate." His announcement comes amidst ongoing discussions about rising electricity prices and the energy crisis.
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin faced a potential leadership challenge within his Fianna Fáil party, with discussions about possible replacements. However, senior party figures have since rallied behind him, suggesting the threat of a heave has faded for now.
Reports that Micheál Martin was attending his daughter's wedding during protests against Gardaí have been debunked; he was in government buildings but had attended a niece's wedding reception.
Easter Week 2026 will long be remembered. Unlike 1916, there have been no patriot dead. Indeed, there have been no patriots.
A new poll conducted by the Sunday Independent/Ireland Thinks indicates that Irish leaders Micheál Martin and Holly Cairns are tied for public support, both holding an approval rating of 39%.
A Russian military transport plane reportedly crashed over the Crimean Peninsula, resulting in the deaths of all 29 people on board.
Amidst Micheál Martin's recent diplomatic success, speculation arises regarding Jim O’Callaghan's qualifications and potential as a future leader for Fianna Fáil.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin stated that the six-year wait for justice for gardaí added to their trauma but expressed a preference for an internal garda review of the case rather than a public inquiry.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin officially opened Ireland's first co-located university enterprise quarter at the former Waterford Crystal manufacturing site, hailed as a 'game changer' for the southeast region.
A profile highlights Daniel Lambert, manager of the band Kneecap, detailing his provocative strategies and the band's recent trip to Cuba, which coincided with Micheál Martin's White House visit.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin's meeting with US President Donald Trump in the Oval Office was described by a former Irish ambassador as having left Martin 'without any bruises.' The meeting, which included discussions on various issues, has drawn mixed reactions and criticism from opposition parties in Ireland.
An extraordinary moment of diplomacy unfolded in the Oval Office as Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin defended British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to US President Donald Trump. The meeting saw Martin navigate Trump's grievances, particularly regarding the Iran war.
Fresh hostilities have emerged between the US president and European allies, who have rejected his calls for help with his war in Iran, before a high-profile meeting where the Taoiseach will press…
He's been here before. Micheál Martin has done the St Patrick's Day White House visit with President Trump, writes Juliette Gash.
Micheál Martin is “looking forward” to playing a prominent role in Philadelphia’s St Patrick’s Day parade on Sunday.
Micheál Martin vows to call for peace in meeting with Trump The Times
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has commenced his official visit to the United States to participate in a series of events commemorating St Patrick's Day.
As war with Iran inflames global tensions, Micheál Martin’s White House visit will test the limits of diplomacy – and the wisdom of knowing when not to confront a volatile president, writes Larry…
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is scheduled to meet Taoiseach Micheál Martin in Cork today for the second annual UK-Ireland Summit. This meeting follows Starmer's visit to Northern Ireland and will involve several government ministers from both sides.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has held an hour-long meeting with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez at his La Moncloa residence in Madrid.
While ministers face longer journeys to get to their final destination, Micheál Martin will be flying in the new jet.
Ireland's Foreign Minister, Micheál Martin, reiterated Ireland's support for Montenegro's ambition to make significant progress towards EU membership by the end of the year, with EU enlargement being a priority during Ireland's upcoming EU Council presidency.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said he expected the Government would have been informed of the potential impact of a review into SNA allocations on schools but added he still has confidence in the National Council of Special Education to do its job.
Fionnán Sheahan's opinion piece attributes blame to Micheál Martin and Mary Lou McDonald for making poor candidate choices in two recent by-elections, while noting Simon Harris's success and Holly Cairns' emergence as a new opposition force.
Ireland's Taoiseach, Micheál Martin, has arrived in the Vatican for a meeting with Pope Leo and is also scheduled to meet with Italy’s Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, in Rome today.
A 32-year-old man appeared in court in Athlone, Ireland, and pleaded guilty to making an online threat to kill Taoiseach Micheál Martin.
Ireland's Tánaiste stated that Israel's detention of Dr. Margaret Connolly is in breach of international law, a sentiment echoed by Taoiseach Micheál Martin who called it “absolutely unacceptable” and “wrong”.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin stated it is premature to discuss specific cuts to the Universal Social Charge as part of the upcoming budget.
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin stated that Ireland needs to avoid the kind of political leadership turmoil currently impacting the United Kingdom.
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin announced that Budget 2027 will place a 'very strong emphasis' on alleviating financial pressures on families, indicating the government will utilize various mechanisms to achieve this goal.
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin stated that a 'cost of disability' payment is a key target, but emphasized that no specific rate has been agreed upon yet, ahead of budget negotiations.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin stated that the overarching theme for Budget 2027 will be focused on reducing financial pressure on families.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has paid tribute to former Ulster Unionist leader David Trimble, acknowledging his 'personal political bravery' and critical role in the negotiations that led to the Good Friday Agreement.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has suggested that Ireland could revisit its ban on nuclear power, prompting public discussion and a poll on the issue.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Tánaiste Simon Harris have praised the contributions of TG4 journalist Barraí Mescall to journalism and the Irish language following his death in Cork.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin is set to attend an informal meeting of EU member state leaders in Cyprus, where discussions will focus on surging energy prices, the Middle East, and Ukraine.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin denied claims that he pushed Michael Healy-Rae out of a junior ministry, stating it was "not fair to say" the Kerry TD would have lost his position if his brother Danny voted against the government.
Reports and speculation regarding a potential leadership challenge or 'heave' against Micheál Martin have largely subsided. Commentators suggest such moves lack credibility or have been prematurely dismissed, indicating his position is secure for now.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has insisted that his leadership position is not under threat, despite reports of Fianna Fáil TDs sounding out senior ministers to lead a heave against him. Martin maintains his confidence in his role amidst the internal party discussions.
Independent Deputy Danny Healy-Rae is calling on Fianna Fáil members to consider replacing Taoiseach Micheál Martin, citing his handling of national fuel protests and claiming he 'won’t listen to anyone'.
A former Ceann Comhairle warned Irish leaders Micheál Martin and Simon Harris that their failure to adequately support the agricultural sector would lead to significant political repercussions.
An analysis suggests that upcoming double by-elections in May will be more challenging for Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald than for Taoiseach Micheál Martin, with Cork also set to receive a dedicated taskforce.
Ireland's Taoiseach Micheál Martin has led tributes following the death of former Ceann Comhairle Rory O’Hanlon at the age of 92, praising his dedication to politics.
The Social Democrats in Ireland have reiterated that reducing inheritance tax would be 'irresponsible,' contrasting with Sinn Féin's silence on its previous call for a hike and Taoiseach Micheál Martin's suggestion for reform.
Ireland's Taoiseach, Micheál Martin, stated that the health service has improved 'beyond recognition' over the past two decades, as he opened new Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland facilities following a €95 million investment.
Ireland's Taoiseach Micheál Martin promoted "Ireland Inc" during a St. Patrick's Day trip, engaging in a major enterprise push and discussing US-Ireland business links with figures including Donald Trump.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin’s meeting with US president Donald Trump has been largely overshadowed in the international press by Mr Trump’s comments on the Iran war and his criticism of the UK prime…
Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin was praised in Ireland for his appearance at the White House, where he was able to commend his British counterpart, Starmer, without repercussions, thanks to Saint Patrick's Day.
Almost 40 minutes on the button, and just six of those were from the Taoiseach.
The Taoiseach Micheál Martin is meeting with the US President Donald Trump later this afternoon against a backdrop of war in Iran.
The mythical etymology of the phrase “to turn a blind eye” will come in handy for Micheál Martin in the Oval Office this week.
The Taoiseach has declined to say whether he will meet in Washington with a woman who claims she was abused by Jeffrey Epstein.
Irish Tánaiste Micheál Martin visited the iconic 'Rocky Steps' in Philadelphia, but unlike the movie character, he did not strike a victory pose, ahead of scheduled talks with former President Donald Trump.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin begins his official visit to the United States today, as part of St Patrick's Day celebrations.
The Taoiseach Micheál Martin will need all the diplomatic skill he can muster as he steps into the lion’s den of the White House Oval office to sit alongside President Trump on St Patrick’s Day.
UK prime minister Keir Starmer will spend the next two days at a summit in Cork alongside Taoiseach Micheál Martin and several Government ministers.
The former Taoiseach added that Irish people want Micheál Martin to ‘say something’ during his upcoming White House visit.
Once more unto the breach. If Micheál Martin’s Oval Office meeting with Donald Trump last St Patrick’s Day was a nervy encounter, then this year the stakes are even higher.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin is set to formally apologise to survivors of institutional abuse in the Dáil.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin expressed confidence in the future of Fianna Fáil as he launched a program to commemorate the party's centenary.