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Fionnan Sheahan: Send in the clowns. Don't bother, they're here - as 'Fianna Gael' keeps mutating

Varadkar's farewell tour emphasized Fine Gael's historical opportunity for a fourth consecutive term in office.

Irish PM Varadkar is stepping down in surprise announcement

Leo Varadkar steps down as Irish Prime Minister for personal and political reasons.
Varadkar made history as Ireland's first openly gay and biracial leader, advocating for equality and modernization.

Fionnan Sheahan: Send in the clowns. Don't bother, they're here - as 'Fianna Gael' keeps mutating

Varadkar's farewell tour emphasized Fine Gael's historical opportunity for a fourth consecutive term in office.

Irish PM Varadkar is stepping down in surprise announcement

Leo Varadkar steps down as Irish Prime Minister for personal and political reasons.
Varadkar made history as Ireland's first openly gay and biracial leader, advocating for equality and modernization.
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Senan Molony: With his comments on a united Ireland, has Leo Varadkar deliberately tried to nobble the Sinn Fein ard fheis?

Political parties in Ireland should pursue a united Ireland as an objective, challenging Sinn Féin's position as the unique proponent for unification.

Micheal Martin takes aim at Fine Gael record in health and housing, says 'Irish elections are not foregone conclusions'

Fianna Fáil has actively focused on delivering radical reforms in housing and health, contrasting their efforts with the previous government.
Mr. Martin positions Fianna Fáil as a party of action amidst challenges and opposition.

Leo Varadkar to step down as Irish prime minister DW 03/20/2024

Leo Varadkar resigns as Irish Prime Minister and Fine Gael party leader citing personal and political reasons.
Varadkar, the first biracial and openly gay Taoiseach, made significant contributions to social issues like same-sex marriage and abortion rights.

Ireland's prime minister, Leo Varadkar, has resigned

Leo Varadkar will step down as the Prime Minister of Ireland as soon as his party chooses a successor.
Varadkar, Ireland's first biracial and openly gay prime minister, announced his resignation for personal and political reasons.

Ireland's prime minister Leo Varadkar announces surprise resignation

Leo Varadkar to step down as Ireland's Prime Minister soon as successor is chosen.
Varadkar resigns as head of Fine Gael party for personal and political reasons.

Senan Molony: With his comments on a united Ireland, has Leo Varadkar deliberately tried to nobble the Sinn Fein ard fheis?

Political parties in Ireland should pursue a united Ireland as an objective, challenging Sinn Féin's position as the unique proponent for unification.

Micheal Martin takes aim at Fine Gael record in health and housing, says 'Irish elections are not foregone conclusions'

Fianna Fáil has actively focused on delivering radical reforms in housing and health, contrasting their efforts with the previous government.
Mr. Martin positions Fianna Fáil as a party of action amidst challenges and opposition.

Leo Varadkar to step down as Irish prime minister DW 03/20/2024

Leo Varadkar resigns as Irish Prime Minister and Fine Gael party leader citing personal and political reasons.
Varadkar, the first biracial and openly gay Taoiseach, made significant contributions to social issues like same-sex marriage and abortion rights.

Ireland's prime minister, Leo Varadkar, has resigned

Leo Varadkar will step down as the Prime Minister of Ireland as soon as his party chooses a successor.
Varadkar, Ireland's first biracial and openly gay prime minister, announced his resignation for personal and political reasons.

Ireland's prime minister Leo Varadkar announces surprise resignation

Leo Varadkar to step down as Ireland's Prime Minister soon as successor is chosen.
Varadkar resigns as head of Fine Gael party for personal and political reasons.
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A to Z of Kylie Minogue: From Cadbury's Flake sandwiches to 'Neighbours' and letters from Leo Varadkar

Leo Varadkar considers Kylie Minogue to be among the greatest pop icons, alongside Madonna and Cher, showcasing her legacy.

'She's a pop diva' - Leo Varadkar tells of being a Kylie Minogue superfan ahead of her headlining Electric Picnic

Mr. Varadkar expresses his admiration for Kylie Minogue's enduring music career and evolution as an artist throughout the decades.

A to Z of Kylie Minogue: From Cadbury's Flake sandwiches to 'Neighbours' and letters from Leo Varadkar

Leo Varadkar considers Kylie Minogue to be among the greatest pop icons, alongside Madonna and Cher, showcasing her legacy.

'She's a pop diva' - Leo Varadkar tells of being a Kylie Minogue superfan ahead of her headlining Electric Picnic

Mr. Varadkar expresses his admiration for Kylie Minogue's enduring music career and evolution as an artist throughout the decades.
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Simon Harris pledges 'new ideas, energy' after becoming Ireland's youngest PM

Simon Harris was elected as Ireland's prime minister at 37, the youngest ever.
Harris takes over from Leo Varadkar and faces challenges like health service strain and housing costs.

Ireland: Simon Harris elected new prime minister DW 04/09/2024

Simon Harris, 37, becomes Ireland's youngest prime minister, succeeding Leo Varadkar.
Harris, known for handling Ireland's COVID-19 response, faces challenges like housing shortage and asylum seeker issues.

Simon Harris pledges 'new ideas, energy' after becoming Ireland's youngest PM

Simon Harris was elected as Ireland's prime minister at 37, the youngest ever.
Harris takes over from Leo Varadkar and faces challenges like health service strain and housing costs.

Ireland: Simon Harris elected new prime minister DW 04/09/2024

Simon Harris, 37, becomes Ireland's youngest prime minister, succeeding Leo Varadkar.
Harris, known for handling Ireland's COVID-19 response, faces challenges like housing shortage and asylum seeker issues.
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Ireland's PM Leo Varadkar announces resignation

Leo Varadkar is stepping down as leader of Fine Gael party and prime minister of Ireland.
Varadkar made history as the first gay prime minister and youngest person to hold the office in Ireland.

Ireland's Prime Minister to Step Down

Leo Varadkar announced resignation as Ireland's taoiseach and party leader.
Varadkar will continue to serve as taoiseach until party elects a new leader in April.

As Irish Leader Visits U.S., Shamrock Camaraderie is Strained by Gaza War

Annual St. Patrick's Day visit to the White House by Irish PM Leo Varadkar emphasizes tension over the war in the Middle East.
Leo Varadkar expresses intent to discuss Israel's military assault with President Biden during the visit.

Gay Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar announces surprise resignation

Leo Varadkar announced resignation for personal and political reasons.
Varadkar, Ireland's youngest prime minister, is known for liberalizing laws, including easing anti-abortion laws.

Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar says he's quitting as head of his party and the country

Leo Varadkar, Ireland's Prime Minister, announced his resignation, stepping down once a successor is chosen.
Varadkar, the country's youngest-ever leader, played a significant role in campaigns for same-sex marriage and abortion rights.

Leo Varadkar says he will step down as Irish prime minister DW 03/20/2024

Leo Varadkar announced his resignation as Ireland's prime minister and head of the Fine Gael party for personal and political reasons.
A new prime minister will be chosen through a party leadership contest after Varadkar's resignation.

Ireland's PM Leo Varadkar announces resignation

Leo Varadkar is stepping down as leader of Fine Gael party and prime minister of Ireland.
Varadkar made history as the first gay prime minister and youngest person to hold the office in Ireland.

Ireland's Prime Minister to Step Down

Leo Varadkar announced resignation as Ireland's taoiseach and party leader.
Varadkar will continue to serve as taoiseach until party elects a new leader in April.

As Irish Leader Visits U.S., Shamrock Camaraderie is Strained by Gaza War

Annual St. Patrick's Day visit to the White House by Irish PM Leo Varadkar emphasizes tension over the war in the Middle East.
Leo Varadkar expresses intent to discuss Israel's military assault with President Biden during the visit.

Gay Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar announces surprise resignation

Leo Varadkar announced resignation for personal and political reasons.
Varadkar, Ireland's youngest prime minister, is known for liberalizing laws, including easing anti-abortion laws.

Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar says he's quitting as head of his party and the country

Leo Varadkar, Ireland's Prime Minister, announced his resignation, stepping down once a successor is chosen.
Varadkar, the country's youngest-ever leader, played a significant role in campaigns for same-sex marriage and abortion rights.

Leo Varadkar says he will step down as Irish prime minister DW 03/20/2024

Leo Varadkar announced his resignation as Ireland's prime minister and head of the Fine Gael party for personal and political reasons.
A new prime minister will be chosen through a party leadership contest after Varadkar's resignation.
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Leo Varadkar: the social media taoiseach who lost connection

Varadkar's comment reflects on the pressures of social media in modern politics.
Despite his social media presence, Varadkar's avid use didn't necessarily benefit him in office.

Ireland's gay prime minister resigns for "personal and political, but mainly political" reasons

Leo Varadkar, Ireland's first openly gay prime minister, resigns for personal and political reasons. He expressed that a new leader would better serve the interests of the country.

Leo Varadkar: Irish leader caps off legacy of firsts with shock departure

Varadkar unexpectedly resigns as Ireland's Taoiseach at age 45.
Resignation speech cites personal and political reasons, focusing on the need for renewal and implementation.

Ireland's Prime Minister Stepped Down. So What Happens Now?

Leo Varadkar unexpectedly resigned as the leader of the Republic of Ireland citing personal and political reasons.
His resignation does not automatically trigger a general election as Fine Gael, currently in a coalition government, will appoint a new leader.

Shy, complex and a political outsider: Leo Varadkar confounded the Brexiters and everyone else | Tommie Gorman

Both Ardern and Varadkar resigned as Prime Ministers after several years in office, citing exhaustion and lack of capacity to continue.
Ardern's resignation was tied to low popularity due to issues like affordable housing, while Varadkar recognized potential voter backlash for his party in upcoming elections.

Why has Leo Varadkar suddenly resigned as Irish prime minister?

Disastrous referendum on modernizing family definitions contributed to Varadkar's resignation.
Unexpected decision to step down as prime minister as party faces challenges in the polls.

Leo Varadkar: the social media taoiseach who lost connection

Varadkar's comment reflects on the pressures of social media in modern politics.
Despite his social media presence, Varadkar's avid use didn't necessarily benefit him in office.

Ireland's gay prime minister resigns for "personal and political, but mainly political" reasons

Leo Varadkar, Ireland's first openly gay prime minister, resigns for personal and political reasons. He expressed that a new leader would better serve the interests of the country.

Leo Varadkar: Irish leader caps off legacy of firsts with shock departure

Varadkar unexpectedly resigns as Ireland's Taoiseach at age 45.
Resignation speech cites personal and political reasons, focusing on the need for renewal and implementation.

Ireland's Prime Minister Stepped Down. So What Happens Now?

Leo Varadkar unexpectedly resigned as the leader of the Republic of Ireland citing personal and political reasons.
His resignation does not automatically trigger a general election as Fine Gael, currently in a coalition government, will appoint a new leader.

Shy, complex and a political outsider: Leo Varadkar confounded the Brexiters and everyone else | Tommie Gorman

Both Ardern and Varadkar resigned as Prime Ministers after several years in office, citing exhaustion and lack of capacity to continue.
Ardern's resignation was tied to low popularity due to issues like affordable housing, while Varadkar recognized potential voter backlash for his party in upcoming elections.

Why has Leo Varadkar suddenly resigned as Irish prime minister?

Disastrous referendum on modernizing family definitions contributed to Varadkar's resignation.
Unexpected decision to step down as prime minister as party faces challenges in the polls.
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Europe live: European leaders gather for two-day summit as concerns grow over aid for Ukraine

The EU summit agenda includes discussions on various topics like Ukraine, the Middle East, Bosnia and Herzegovina's EU accession, and agriculture. UN Secretary-General urges Israel to allow access to Gaza to prevent famine.
Leaders will discuss boosting military support for Ukraine using frozen Russian assets. The proposal faces complexity, potential legal actions from Kremlin, and Hungary's possible opposition to using funds for arms.
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EU has 'lost credibility' on Israel and Palestine, says Ireland's PM

Ireland's Prime Minister Leo Varadkar criticizes the European Union for its lack of unity and strong position on Israel and Palestine.
Varadkar urges other EU leaders to call for a complete halt in the fighting between Israel and Hamas, rather than a limited pause for humanitarian aid.

Ireland and Spain take first European steps towards economic penalties on Israel over war in Gaza

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and the Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez, have written a joint letter to President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, urging the EU to propose measures against Israel for breaching its association agreement.
Varadkar claims Israel is 'blinded by rage' in its actions in Gaza and calls for an urgent review of Israel's compliance with its human rights obligations under the EU/Israel Association Agreement.
The letter stresses the need for a ceasefire and the protection of civilians in Gaza, as well as the importance of continued humanitarian assistance from organizations like UNWRA.

EU has 'lost credibility' on Israel and Palestine, says Ireland's PM

Ireland's Prime Minister Leo Varadkar criticizes the European Union for its lack of unity and strong position on Israel and Palestine.
Varadkar urges other EU leaders to call for a complete halt in the fighting between Israel and Hamas, rather than a limited pause for humanitarian aid.

Ireland and Spain take first European steps towards economic penalties on Israel over war in Gaza

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and the Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez, have written a joint letter to President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, urging the EU to propose measures against Israel for breaching its association agreement.
Varadkar claims Israel is 'blinded by rage' in its actions in Gaza and calls for an urgent review of Israel's compliance with its human rights obligations under the EU/Israel Association Agreement.
The letter stresses the need for a ceasefire and the protection of civilians in Gaza, as well as the importance of continued humanitarian assistance from organizations like UNWRA.
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UK and Ireland leaders visit Northern Ireland to mark Stormont return

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar are visiting Stormont to mark the return of power sharing in Northern Ireland.
The Northern Ireland Executive has written to Sunak calling for urgent talks on long-term funding stability for public services.
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Varadkar and Borne call for renewed political process' for Israel-Gaza peace

Irish premier Leo Varadkar and French prime minister Elisabeth Borne call for renewed political process in Gaza
Discussion on humanitarian crisis in Gaza and need for ceasefire
Both leaders emphasize the importance of a two-state solution for lasting peace

Varadkar raises concerns about EU double standards' on Israel and Palestine

Irish premier Leo Varadkar criticizes double standards towards Israel and Palestine from the EU and Western powers.
Varadkar emphasizes the need for consistent application of international humanitarian law.
The Irish Government denies supporting Israel militarily and claims to have a fair stance on the conflict.

Varadkar and Borne call for renewed political process' for Israel-Gaza peace

Irish premier Leo Varadkar and French prime minister Elisabeth Borne call for renewed political process in Gaza
Discussion on humanitarian crisis in Gaza and need for ceasefire
Both leaders emphasize the importance of a two-state solution for lasting peace

Varadkar raises concerns about EU double standards' on Israel and Palestine

Irish premier Leo Varadkar criticizes double standards towards Israel and Palestine from the EU and Western powers.
Varadkar emphasizes the need for consistent application of international humanitarian law.
The Irish Government denies supporting Israel militarily and claims to have a fair stance on the conflict.
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