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'It's up to them' - Solskjaer refuses to blame Pogba after penalty miss
The Man United manager said he allows both players to take spot kicks.
Pakistan prime minister says international inaction over Kashmir is the same as appeasing Hitler
New Delhi last week rescinded years of autonomy enjoyed by the Indian-ruled part of Kashmir.
Britain's ambassador to the US resigns following Trump row
Leaked documents recently revealed Sir Kim Darroch had described the US president as “inept” and “dysfunctional”.
Coveney says Ireland won't change its Rockall fishing policy 'on the back of a threat' from Scotland
Coveney said that it was important to “take the heat” out of the discussion around the disputed island.
Trump says that military intervention in Venezuela is 'an option'
The United States recognised Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaido as interim president on 23 January.
China confirms detention of 2 Canadians as tensions rise between countries
The two cases ratchet up pressure on Canada, which is holding Meng Wanzhou, the chief financial officer of Huawei Technologies.
Saudi Arabia's leader meets Trump and others for first time since journalist's killing
The summit marks a quick return to the international stage for Prince Mohammed after the kingdom came under fire for the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
'In Mother Russia only Putin gets an umbrella' - Viewers bemused by President's World Cup 'power move'
Putin was shielded from the rain – but Macron and the Croatian leader got drenched.
American soldiers wore uniforms in Shannon town without Irish government approval Exclusive
The Department of Foreign Affairs said it received assurances from the US Embassy that measures will be put in place to ensure it will not happen again.
Merkel fighting for her political life as allies mull over migrants deal
Merkel’s party could face a divide with coalition partners over the EU’s migration deals.
'One-time shot': Kim and Trump arrive in Singapore for high stakes meeting
Trump has said the summit is a “one time shot” at peace.
Coveney says he had ‘frank dialogue’ with Benjamin Netanyahu about Gaza
Coveney has previously said that it is time for the international community to act to save Gaza.
US evacuates staff from China over fears of mysterious 'sonic induced' brain trauma illness
The department said yesterday that “a number of individuals” were sent to the United States for further evaluation.
White House reacts to threats by North Korea to cancel summit - but no word yet from Trump
Pyongyang has cancelled high-level talks due with Seoul over military exercises.
North Korea says 'historic meeting' with the South opens 'new era for peace'
Tweeting today, Trump said he had had a “very good talk” with South Korea president Moon Jae-in.
Russian diplomat expulsion: 'Ireland should have avoided jumping on this bandwagon'
Russia was the first country to recognise Irish independence and we have always enjoyed a positive relationship with Moscow, writes Danielle Ryan.
Trump threatens to withdraw aid from Palestinians for 'disrespecting' US
In Davos today, the US President said he had a “great proposal” for the Palestinians.
Ecuador has granted Julian Assange citizenship
Ecuador had asked London to recognise Assange as a diplomat so that he could be granted safe passage out of the UK.
Angela Merkel thinks a new German government - led by her - is finally within reach
The long-time Chancellor is trying to persuade the Social Democrats to get back into government.
US retaliates against Russia and orders closure of 3 diplomatic offices
The State Department said the decision was made “in the spirit of parity”.
'Hard labour - it's hard': Canadian pastor freed from North Korean jail despite life sentence
A delegation sent by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau petitioned for the release of Hyeon Soo Lim.
Irish citizens in Qatar being urged to register with government as diplomatic crisis deepens
Yesterday, Saudi Arabia and several of its allies cut relations with Qatar.
Trump threatens prosecution over Manchester attack leaks
The New York Times published details of the bomb used in the Manchester attack last night.
Donald Trump takes Twitter aim at Germany and claims it owes 'vast sums of money'
Trump wants Germany and other nations to contribute more to Nato.
France Football explain why Eden Hazard was left off Ballon d'Or shortlist
The organisers have cited the player’s “insipid form” last season.
Turkey is fuming that a German comedian said its President has sex with goats and sheep
The row has ignited a debate about free speech.
If you're going to use a fake letter, make sure you can at least speak the language properly
A Russian newspaper found this out the hard way.
North Korea could be getting an unexpected visitor
Ban Ki-moon will reportedly meet with Kim Jong-un later this week.
10 times Irish people did us proud abroad
Representin’.
Government has spent €700,000 sending Ministers abroad for St Patrick's Day since 2011 Exclusive
If you think that’s steep, check out the previous government’s bill…
Top Obama official: Netanyahu is a "chickenshit"
The unnamed staffer also called the Israeli PM a “coward” in a newly published article.
Mother of Michael Dwyer: 'We were followed and intimidated in Bolivia'
Caroline Dwyer also described finally seeing the room where her son died.
Canada and Russia are throwing shade at each other on Twitter, and it's bizarre
So who won the Twitter war?
There's a campaign building seeking to expel the Israeli ambassador
The petition is set to be delivered to Taoiseach Enda Kenny.
Prince Charles compared Putin to Hitler. 'Unroyal behaviour' says the Russian President
Charles reportedly made the comment to a Polish woman, who had fled the Nazis as a child.
Eamon Gilmore calls for support on UN Syria, but Russia's already said no
The resolution will seek to refer Syria to the International Criminal Court.
"Both sides emphasised a very honest version of the past." President Higgins returns home after UK visit
The President’ plane touched down in Baldonnel shortly after 6pm this evening.
"Putin's Mein Kampf" - How the world reacted to Russia's annexation of Crimea
Almost worldwide condemnation.
Ireland has one unfilled ambassadorship - guess where it is?
No, not there.
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