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Sinn Féin's reserved public remarks on Gaza while in US leave the party wide open for criticism
It’s a rarity that Varadkar comes out looking stronger on the issue of Palestine than Sinn Féin.
On The JournalAnalysis
Did Varadkar do enough in the White House to push for peace and satisfy critics at home?
Washington DC
Taoiseach tells US President during shamrock ceremony that Irish people are 'deeply troubled' about Gaza
Varadkar brought the US President to tears by quoting his late son.
ReferendumTaoiseach says investigation needed into alleged vote blocking of black Irish person in referendum
On The Journalclosed event
Taoiseach attends 'roast' with Biden, Bezos and CIA boss as US president quips about Varadkar
On The JournalMount Street
Varadkar denies government bussed asylum seekers from city to avoid Patrick's Day embarrassment
Gaza
Ireland's 'soft power' used to remind US it helped bring peace before and could do so again
All eyes were watching Leo Varadkar to see if he convey the message from the Irish people and push for peace in Palestine.
Oval OfficeAll eyes on Varadkar to use his voice in White House meeting to push for peace in Palestine
On The JournalWashington DC
'I worry about it': Varadkar says there’s been an increase in violence towards the gay community
covid inquiryNolan awaiting Covid inquiry terms of reference before saying he will be engaging with it
Washington DCVaradkar denies softening language on Gaza during US trip, says tailoring message for audience needed
irish in dc
Varadkar and O'Neill gently raise Gaza message to muted applause from Washington power brokers
The two politicians made brief references and steered away from hard-hitting language in their speeches.
There was a notable difference in Varadkar's language on Gaza in his DC speech compared to an earlier speech in Boston.
When he did mention Gaza, the was lukewarm applause compared to the reaction to his comments about Ukraine.
transatlantic travelAirport passenger cap 'a concern' for JetBlue as new Dublin route aims to reduce airfares
Boston
Varadkar on Biden-White House visit: 'I'm not here to tell him off or tick him off'
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar says he believes the US president would get the same welcome in Ireland as he did last year.
No Show'I'm not their mammy': Taoiseach addresses Fine Gael Senators who went to rugby instead of voting
Boston-Washington DC'Cries of the innocent will haunt us if we stay silent': Taoiseach calls for Gaza ceasefire in Boston speech
AG advice leakMinister 'frustrated' at AG advice leak but says it backed Govt position on immigration and care
On The Journalmigration pact
Varadkar says plan to process irregular migrants outside EU won't dramatically decrease arrivals
Sexual Abuse
Ministers met with Grace case inquiry to voice unhappiness with the pace of work and delays
Former minister says he is ‘horrified’ with the continuous delays of the inquiry.
The Grace case concerns a young woman with profound intellectual disabilities who was left in a foster home in the Waterford area for almost 20 years despite a succession of sexual and physical abuse allegations.
The latest six month extension means the final report will not be complete until September 2024, over five years beyond its original deadline.
On The Journalrocky relationship
Varadkar dubs some Trump comments 'highly inappropriate' but says Govt will work with whoever is elected
housing targets
Increasing housing targets to 50,000 per year not achievable this year or next, says Taoiseach
Leo Varadkar said a 50,000 housing target would be achievable in the longer term.
aviation showdownTransport Minister to meet Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary for the first time ever this week
Midlands-North-West'No point whinging': Cowen 'accepts' surprise decision to add two candidates to his election ticket
On The JournalINTERNATIONAL PROTECTION
Department officials set to discuss age assessment process for unaccompanied minors, PAC hears
On The JournalChildren in Care
Tusla has cut ties with two for-profit agencies housing vulnerable children following audit
On The JournalKildare
Dáil told of threats to burn down Kildare hotel after 'disgusting lie' that girl had been raped
On The Journalmental health law overhaul
Long-delayed new mental health law to be brought forward before the summer
RTÉ controversyCoalition leaders encourage former Sec Gen to appear before committee on latest RTÉ scandal
