Military firepower remains primary weapon in Syrian war After nine years of the Syrian Civil War, nearly a quarter of a million civilians have died and over five million refugees fled to nearby … World • 15 Mar 20
Why has coronavirus infected so many people in Italy? With the largest cluster of Covid-19 cases in Europe, Italy is taking drastic measures to contain the spread of the virus. Coronavirus • 05 Mar 20
Resigned Israelis go to polls for third time in a year Israel is once again heading for political deadlock as a majority coalition seems unlikely. Analysis and Comment • 01 Mar 20
Call for closure of Moneypoint power station The coal-burning Moneypoint power plant in Co Clare should be closed as soon as possible, according to non-governmental organisation Christian Aid. Environment • 21 Feb 20
Ireland appeals ECJ state aid ruling against Luxembourg The Department of Finance says it has lodged an appeal at the European Court of Justice against a State aid ruling made against Luxembourg by … Business • 20 Feb 20
Ambassador says US-linked properties not in danger The Iranian Ambassador to Ireland has said US-linked facilities in Ireland are not in danger of a reprisal attack by Iran for the killing of … Ireland • 10 Jan 20
Hogan hoping for more 'common sense approach' from UK The European Trade Commissioner has said he does not take statements by the UK Prime Minister on Britain's future relationship with the EU entirely seriously. Politics • 06 Jan 20
Irish witness to history - 2019 Chilean protests When students began jumping subway barriers in Santiago in protest at metro fare hikes last October, nobody expected it would lead ultimately to an overhaul … 2019 in Review • 27 Dec 19
MEPs vote to approve new European Commission The European Parliament has voted to approve the new European Commission. Politics • 27 Nov 19
Human rights experts express 'grave concern' over Smith A group of UN human rights experts have expressed "grave concern" for the welfare of Irish woman Lisa Smith and her child. Ireland • 22 Nov 19
