International - March March 2025
Around 20 countries in talks for 'coalition of the willing' to defend Ukraine peace deal
The Taoiseach said Ireland would consider being part of a peacekeeping mission but not a “deterrent force”.
EU leaders and Zelenskyy gather in Brussels for 'five minutes to midnight' summit
The meeting – announced on 23 February – has taken on an increased significance in the wake of Donald Trump’s decisions on Ukraine in recent days.
Harvey Elliott the hero as Liverpool earn smash-and-grab Champions League win over PSG
The midfielder’s late goal gave the Reds the advantage ahead of the second leg.
Macron says price of peace 'cannot be the collapse of Ukraine' amid 'real' Russian threat to Europe
The French president also warned that Europe must be prepared for the US “not to be at our side” going forward.
Macron and Starmer may accompany Zelenskyy in fresh visit to White House, says French government
- The UK and France are coordinating European efforts to support Ukraine after a dramatic breakdown in relations between Donald Trump and Zelenskyy.
- The CIA director has confirmed that the US has "paused" intelligence-sharing with Ukraine.
What to expect from the new annual UK-Ireland Summit kicking off later today
Keir Starmer and Simon Harris agreed last year to begin meeting annually in a bid to boost relations.