Trumps

Is there a more apt moment to reflect on the saying, "A week is a long time in politics"? If we consider the recent upheavals in Washington, we might find it hard to disagree. The third week of Donald Trump's second term has proven to be nothing short of extraordinary. Take, for example, his audacious suggestion that the United States could take ownership of a largely empty Gaza. This proclamation, while stunning, might not even rank among the week’s top three most impactful events—a testament to the current climate of…

The recent decision by US President Donald Trump to impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) has drawn a wave of condemnation from Ireland, joining a coalition of 78 nations in expressing their disapproval. This collective response signals an alarming trend concerning the respect for international law and the enforcement of accountability for severe crimes. Tánaiste Simon Harris has openly articulated his distress over this sudden and impactful measure. Reports indicate that he is advocating for a unified…

The nomination of Kash Patel to lead the Federal Bureau of Investigation has recently become a contentious issue, primarily driven by the ramifications of politically charged revelations. US Democrats have strategically leveraged procedural maneuvers to delay the critical Senate vote, a decision sparked by the emergence of allegations surrounding the creation of so-called "enemies lists" purportedly used by Republicans during Donald Trump’s presidency to exact revenge on dissenters. Once a right-wing lawyer, Patel carries a…

US President Donald Trump's vision for a so-called "Riviera of the Middle East," which involves claiming control over Gaza, has met a chorus of disapproval and outright rejection from nations across the globe. The implications of such plans raise serious questions about sovereignty, identity, and the right to life in a region fraught with conflict. Amid these discussions, 24-year-old Mohammed Abushaban, a resident of Gaza, voiced his frustration with the President's remarks in a recent conversation with RTE's Morning…

In a recent outcry, civil society organizations have expressed their profound concern regarding statements made by U.S. President Donald Trump, which they label as "dangerous lies and threats." Their statement articulates a robust rejection of Trump's assertions that South Africa is engaging in land confiscation and systematically mistreating select groups of people. To many, the very notion seems not only unfounded but absurd, particularly when such claims emerge from high echelons of the U.S. government. This backlash…

Recent statements from the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump have caused considerable controversy. His suggestion to "take over" Gaza unleashed a wave of backlash, prompting international organizations, including the United Nations, to voice concerns over potential "ethnic cleansing" within the Palestinian territory. Amidst the escalating criticism, which included indignation from Palestinian leaders, Arab nations, and global figures, Secretary of State Marco Rubio attempted to clarify the administration's…

The idea that the United States could assume control over Gaza and propel its economic development is not just ambitious; it strikes at the very core of the ongoing Arab-Israeli conflict. For Palestinians in Gaza, a densely populated enclave previously home to about 2.3 million people, such a prospect is more than a political maneuver—it stirs deep-seated anxieties of displacement reminiscent of a past marked by catastrophe. Would history, as it often does, repeat itself for those who have already endured so much? The…

Describing the situation as merely breathtaking fails to capture the complexity at hand. In a startling move, former U.S. President Donald Trump laid out a proposal for peace in the Middle East that raises eyebrows across the globe. The initiative touts an end to the longstanding strife but carries unsettling implications for the people of Gaza. It encompasses proposals such as the ethnic cleansing of Gaza's population, their relocation to newly established settlements in neighboring Jordan and Egypt, and even the transfer…

On the 20th of January, a palpable wave of relief washed over European leaders when Donald Trump, during his inauguration speech, elected to forego any mention of tariffs impacting European goods. Yet this sense of ease was fleeting. Just hours later, as he disembarked from Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews, he greeted reporters with a pointed remark: "It will definitely happen with the European Union." How quickly the horizon can darken when it comes to transatlantic relations. Trump's self-assured declarations painted a…