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This afternoon, the Taoiseach engaged in a conversation with President-elect Donald Trump, with pressing matters like the conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine taking center stage. Simon Harris, while on the move between canvassing events in the country’s northwest, participated in this significant dialogue. Trump, who previously served as President from 2017 to 2021, secured a return to the White House last week after emerging victorious in the elections. He is set to officially assume office on January 20, 2025,…

This week's assembly in Budapest starkly encapsulated the prevailing anxiety stirring within Europe, especially as Donald Trump celebrated a striking victory back in the United States. The significance of the timing and setting cannot be overstated. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, uniquely among EU leaders, has embraced Trump's controversial approach to politics, reveling in the attention. He hailed Trump’s victory as a "triumph for global harmony," asserting it would alter Europe's stance on Ukraine. Orbán's…

Iran has recently hinted at a willingness to engage in dialogue with Donald Trump, urging the president-elect to reconsider his administration's policies toward the nation following accusations from the US that Iran had plotted to assassinate him. Mohammad Javad Zarif, the Vice President for Strategic Affairs, encouraged Mr. Trump to rethink the "maximum pressure" strategy he pursued during his initial term, which many believe exacerbated tensions between the two nations. "Trump needs to demonstrate that he won’t be…

Washington, USA – In a call for serenity, U.S. President Joe Biden appealed to Americans to "dial down the heat," following Donald Trump's recent landslide victory in the presidential election, a result paving his way back to the Oval Office. From the familiar grounds of the Rose Garden, Biden spoke about the whirlwind of emotions elections stir up, where joy and heartbreak dance side by side. "I've often said, love for one's country isn't reserved for just the victorious, and compassion for your neighbor shouldn't hinge on…

Taoiseach Simon Harris has indicated that the chances of a transatlantic trade disruption are on the rise, but he characterized the US president-elect, Donald Trump, as "transactional" and expressed confidence that he would recognize the mutual nature of US-EU trade. Harris made these comments upon his arrival at the European Political Community summit in Budapest, which includes leaders from 47 European nations, among them the 27 members of the European Union. This gathering comes at a critical moment, as Trump's recent…

Captured on a screen in Seoul, South Korea, the image of Donald Trump, once again the Republican presidential nominee and former President, graced Wednesday’s news programs on November 6, 2024. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man) LONDON (AP) — The voice of American voters resounded louder and clearer than anticipated by many experts. As the world waits, a cloud of unease gathers over Donald Trump's re-election as President, stirring apprehensions among his allies about potential global instability. With a commanding lead beyond the…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed admiration for Donald Trump, particularly as Trump's recent election victory casts shadows over Ukraine's ongoing conflict with Russia. In recent months, Ukraine has faced increasing territorial setbacks. Enhanced and better-equipped Russian forces are making significant inroads in crucial eastern regions, leading to some of the most intense combat witnessed since Moscow's aggression began in February 2022. Trump has been vocal about his discontent with America's current…

The curtains have officially closed on the 2024 election polls, leaving the nation abuzz with anticipation as they await the results of a monumental presidential showdown: Will it be the controversial Donald Trump or the determined Kamala Harris triumphing in this historic contest? Key insights into the election: Kamala Harris has claimed victory in Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District, snagging a vital electoral vote in the process. Nebraska's largest city, Omaha, and its suburbs have aligned with Harris, following a…

Mogadishu (AX) - In a gesture of international camaraderie, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud extended warm congratulations to Donald Trump on his triumphant return to the U.S. presidency. Beating Kamala Harris from the Democratic camp, his victory is something of a political legend in the making. Trump's remarkable rebound sees him stepping back into the Oval Office, etching his name into the annals of history as the first U.S. president in over a century to win non-consecutive terms. Some might call it a comeback for…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a warm gesture, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia shared enthusiastic congratulations with Donald Trump on his US presidential triumph, highlighting a commitment to bolster ties with a key ally. Trump was on the cusp of clinching victory in the pivotal 2024 elections, having skillfully navigated battleground states such as Pennsylvania, Georgia, and North Carolina. Exit surveys suggest triumphs in Nevada, Arizona, Wisconsin, and Michigan, areas where VP Kamala Harris had her hopes. Joining…