Mr. Martin cancelled a trip to Belfast while addressing Ireland's unwavering support for Ukraine, especially in light of tensions with the US under Trump. The Ukrainian president stopped at Shannon Airport en route to a critical meeting with Trump, coinciding with Trump's controversial statements labeling Zelensky a dictator. Ireland continues to advocate for Ukrainian refugees and the importance of defending sovereignty. Amid potential US tariffs on EU imports threatening Irish trade, Mr. Martin seeks to reinforce Ireland's perspective during his upcoming visit to Washington.
"I can recall three years ago at the European Union council, on the eve of the invasion, when President Zelensky took the decision to stand his ground to stay in Kyiv and to lead his people in defending their sovereignty and their territorial integrity. That was an act of leadership that made a difference."
"Despite the change in attitude from the US, with Mr Trump increasingly taking the side of Vladimir Putin, the Irish Government has repeatedly stated its staunch support for Ukraine against Russia."
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