+34
Inside Politics: US president offers little on Iran war and blames Ukraine’s attacks on oil refineries in Russia for driving up the price of diesel
US president offers little on Iran war and blames Ukraine’s attacks on oil refineries in Russia for driving up the price of dieselOur politics team's behind-the-scenes take on events of the day.
Sent Monday to Friday when the Dáil is in session Within a few short hours of arriving in Dublin, the US president had driven his ball into a figurative gathering of unionists, conservatives and British prime minister Andy Burnham – with his comments about the desirability of Irish reunification. What’s the best way to make Ireland more equal?
After all, the Taoiseach says he is driven “bonkers” by talk of a referendum and here was the member’s guest tearing up the course etiquette and Having met President of Ireland Catherine Connolly before uttering his apparently new position, it had been pondered in some circles that the idea might have somehow been inserted in Trump’s golf bag while he was being entertained in the Áras. Just as everyone was gathering themselves, another ball was blasted down the fairway.
The well-known teetotaller that he is, Trump nonetheless The 10 per cent rate applied south of the Border is to be eliminated – to match the zero per cent rate enjoyed by Irish distillers in the North. O’Neill, joined by Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald, is in Cardiff where she is meeting SNP leader John Swinney and Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth. They’ll be hoping Trump’s weekend intervention draws plenty of attention.
Needless to say, Stormont Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly of the DUP will not be in attendance. She claims O’Neill has not sought permission to travel or sign anything in her capacity as First Minister. While the Tánaiste was quick to welcome the removal of tariffs on whiskey as a development of “economic significance” ahead of his budget, it remains unclear whether Trump might yet help him out on the price of a litre of diesel.
Trump’s assault on Iran, of course, has helped drive the cost of a barrel of the black stuff to over $100. The weekend brought more Trump offered little – beyond claiming the guns would fall silent once the US midterms are done and dusted.
Instead, he called on Ukraine to stop its attacks against oil refineries in Russia, claiming those attacks were, in fact, driving up the price of diesel – not US attacks on oil-rich Iran and various targets in the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking of tuning in, no doubt the nation will be gearing up to catch the latest instalment of Dáil Éireann. Yes, Leaders’ Questions and Taoiseach’s Questions are on the schedule for Wednesday as the deputies return from their constituencies.
Of course, there was a little reorientation day recently – when TDs were called back to extend the excise cuts on fuel. Those excise reductions will be front and centre over the coming weeks – with the Opposition parties poised to again hammer home their concerns on the cost of living. At the same time the aforementioned Minister for Finance, Simon Harris, will be going about designing a budget for those famous early risers among us.
What would Trump, now very much a student of Irish history, make of such policies? The solar panels would be likely to get the big thumbs down – but you’d imagine Aontú’s traditional republicanism could certainly pique his interest. What’s the best way to make Ireland more equal? Landlord who advertised house at higher rent after evicting family ordered to pay €15,000
Inside-Politics Donald-Trump Micheal-Martin
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News: You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
US President Trump Visits Ireland for Irish Open and Meets with Irish TaoiseachThe U.S. president Trump spent a weekend in Ireland to watch the final round of the Amgen Irish Open. He hosted the trophy presentation at Doonbeg and met the Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin. A substantial security operation was brought to bear, and the visit attracted political commentary particularly regarding the United States stance on a united Ireland. The event was marked as a blend of sport, diplomacy and political observation
Read more »
Trump's Irish Odyssey: Politics, Golf, and Tariff Relief in DoonbegPresident Trump's visit to Doonbeg was marked by his vocal support for Irish unity and the lifting of whiskey tariffs, overshadowing the golf tournament. While the secret service managed security, the real excitement came from Shane Lowry's historic win, highlighting the intersection of sports, diplomacy, and nationalism on the links.
Read more »
Trump proposes removal of US tariff on Irish whiskeyUS President Donald Trump announced that the 10 per cent tariff on Irish whiskey entering the United States would be lifted, offering relief to Irish distillers who had faced a disadvantage compared to whisky from the UK and other European nations. The decision follows lobbying efforts and was welcomed by Irish whiskey associations as a boost to a €450 million export market. The announcement was made during the final day of the Irish Open in Doonbeg, with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin present.
Read more »
Donald Trump's EU Visit: State Ceremonies, Golf and Protests in IrelandFormer US president Donald Trump holds official talks with Irish leaders in Dublin before presenting a trophy to Irish golfer Shane Lowry at the Amgen Irish Open, amid public demonstrations.
Read more »