Israel cannot breach international law - Taoiseach Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has criticised Israel for cutting off electricity and water supplies to Gaza, calling the actions "not acceptable," and saying they may breach … Ireland • 13 Oct
Robinson calls for special UN tribunal on Ukraine Former President Mary Robinson has called for a special United Nations tribunal to hold Russia to account on crimes against humanity, particularly in Mariupol. Ukraine • 05 Apr 22
8 things we learned from the State Papers: Day two "Mind-boggling" and "rubbish": John Bruton didn't pull his punches when he heard about a plan to bring the North's political leaders on safari to South … State Papers • 29 Dec 21
Mary Robinson said she was misled over Dubai princess Former president Mary Robinson has said she was "misled" in relation to the case of Princess Latifa Al Maktoum, the daughter of the ruler of … World • 16 Feb 21
Mary Robinson to lead inquiry into AfDB leader Former president Mary Robinson will lead a panel to investigate the leader of the African Development Bank, accused by whistleblowers of corruption, the bank said. World • 02 Jul 20
Doomsday clock closer to midnight than ever before The Bulletin of Atomic Scientists has moved the Doomsday clock to one hundred seconds to midnight in recognition of the growing threat from nuclear war, … World • 23 Jan 20
Finucane a 'trailblazer' who moved agendas - Robinson Former president of Ireland Mary Robinson has said she will remember veteran RTÉ broadcaster Marian Finucane as a "trailblazer", who leaves behind a "great legacy". Ireland • 03 Jan 20
Firms must pressure and support politicians on climate Former President Mary Robinson has said it is extraordinary that many business leaders are more engaged, ambitious and thoughtful on climate issues than political leaders … Business • 28 Nov 19
Robinson defends comments after Sheikha Latifa meeting Former president Mary Robinson has defended her comments about a meeting she had with a princess who tried to flee the United Arab Emirates earlier … World • 28 Dec 18
Ireland 'on right track' in relation to climate change Former President of Ireland Mary Robinson has said this country has a long way to catch up regarding climate change, but it is on the … Environment • 04 Dec 18
Mary Robinson appointed as chair of The Elders Mary Robinson has been appointed as chair of international NGO The Elders, which was founded by Nelson Mandela and works in the areas of peace … World • 02 Nov 18
Hard border a threat to peace process - Robinson Former president Mary Robinson has said "mischief-makers" may be lying in wait to cause trouble if a hard border is imposed on the island of … Brexit • 20 Oct 18
Robinson in warning over US stance on Paris accord Former president Mary Robinson has said the United States will become "a rogue state" if it pulls out of the Paris climate change agreement. World • 10 May 17
Robinson optimistic about Ballina Presidential Library Former president Mary Robinson has said she is optimistic that plans for a Presidential Library in her hometown will be realised. Connacht • 27 Apr 17
Robinson: Leaving presidency early 'a mistake' Former Irish president Mary Robinson has said her decision to move to the United Nations before her term as president ended was "a mistake". News • 10 Feb 17
Robinson appointed UN climate change envoy Former President Mary Robinson has been appointed as United Nations Special Envoy for Climate Change. News • 14 Jul 14
Robinson: Role for women in resolving conflict Former President Mary Robinson has said the involvement of women is central to achieving peace in parts of the world where there is conflict. News • 01 Jul 14
Robinson welcomes Higgins State visit to Britain Former President Mary Robinson has said next weeks State visit by President Michael D Higgins to Britain is the most important rounding off of a … News • 04 Apr 14
Robinson welcomes planned State visit to Britain Former president Mary Robinson has described the invitation issued by Britain's Queen to President Michael D Higgins as a chance for Ireland and Britain to … News • 18 Nov 13
Call for labels on Israeli settlement products Tánaiste has said Ireland will push for an EU-wide move to label products produced in illegal Israeli settlements, and will introduce labelling unilaterally if agreement … News • 10 May 13
Govt to give €21m to UN World Food Programme The Government has signed a three-year deal to provide €21 million to the UN World Food Programme. News • 15 Apr 13
Mary Robinson 'honoured' by new UN role Former President of Ireland Mary Robinson has been confirmed to a special new position in the United Nations. News • 19 Mar 13
Dublin joins UN safe cities initiative Dublin has become the first city in a first world country to join the UN Women's Safe Cities Programme. News • 20 Feb 13
