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BreakingNews.ie
a day ago
- Politics
- BreakingNews.ie
Ukraine needs long-term security guarantees, says Taoiseach
International borders must not be changed by force, the Taoiseach has said, ahead of a meeting between the presidents of the United States and Ukraine. Micheál Martin attended a virtual leaders' meeting of the so-called 'coalition of the willing' in support of Ukraine on Sunday. Advertisement The call was convened by Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. I welcomed the opportunity to join other European leaders today to discuss developments on ending the war in Ukraine. We had a very useful engagement with President Zelenskyy as he prepares to meet with President Trump tomorrow in Washington. — Micheál Martin (@MichealMartinTD) August 17, 2025 On Monday, Volodymyr Zelenskiy is meeting Donald Trump with several EU leaders, including Sir Keir, also travelling to Washington DC in a show of solidarity with the Ukrainian president. Mr Martin, who will not be in Washington, said he had assured Mr Zelenskiy on Sunday that Ireland will 'continue to steadfastly support Ukraine'. EU leaders have agreed that sanctions and wider economic measures 'will be reinforced' if Russia continues its military action. Advertisement The Taoiseach also said that he believes Ukraine needs 'long-term security guarantees'. Donald Trump, right, shakes the hand of Russia's President Vladimir Putin during a joint press conference in Alaska following their talks over Ukraine (Jae C Hong/AP) Speaking after Sunday's online conference, Mr Martin said: 'I welcomed the opportunity to join other European leaders today to discuss developments on ending the war in Ukraine. 'We had a very useful engagement with President Zelenskiy as he prepares to meet with President Trump tomorrow in Washington. 'I welcome the initiative by President Trump to seek the ending of the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine. Ireland, together with our European partners, continues to contribute to these efforts to achieve a just and lasting peace for Ukraine.' Advertisement The meeting of European leaders follows the US president's summit with Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday. Mr Martin said it is 'essential that Ukraine is a full participant' in any discussions regarding its future. He said: 'I therefore welcome that President Zelenskiy will meet with President Trump in Washington tomorrow, together with other European leaders. Mr Martin said he stressed that international law and principles of independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity need to be respected for security in the region. Advertisement 'It will be up to Ukraine to make decisions on its territory. International borders must not be changed by force. 'I fully agree that Ukraine needs strong, credible, long-term security guarantees. This will mean sustained support from Europe, the United States and other partners. 'Ireland stands ready to play our part. Earlier this year we committed to providing non-lethal military support to Ukraine and we will look to do more. 'At today's meeting, I also reiterated Ireland's readiness to contribute to any peacekeeping force that is in line with the UN Charter.' Advertisement French President Emmanuel Macron attending the video conference with European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy (Philippe Magoni/AP) The Taoiseach said Ireland will also continue to support Ukraine's EU membership ambitions, adding that Russia 'cannot have a veto' on the matter. 'Our joint efforts for peace should be combined with firm and co-ordinated pressure on Russia to agree to a ceasefire and engage seriously with negotiations on a just and lasting peace. 'We agreed today that sanctions and wider economic measures will be reinforced if Russia does not stop the killing. 'The human dimension and accountability must also be at the centre of a just and lasting peace for Ukraine. 'Russia must urgently return Ukrainian children who they have abducted as well as prisoners of war and civilians being held unlawfully.'
Yahoo
a day ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Ukraine needs long-term security guarantees, Taoiseach says
International borders must not be changed by force, the Taoiseach has said, ahead of a meeting between the presidents of the United States and Ukraine. Micheal Martin attended a virtual leaders' meeting of the so-called 'coalition of the willing' in support of Ukraine on Sunday. The call was convened by Sir Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. On Monday, Volodymyr Zelensky is meeting Donald Trump with several EU leaders, including Sir Keir, also travelling to Washington DC in a show of solidarity with the Ukrainian president. Mr Martin, who will not be in Washington, said he had assured Mr Zelensky on Sunday that Ireland will 'continue to steadfastly support Ukraine'. EU leaders have agreed that sanctions and wider economic measures 'will be reinforced' if Russia continues its military action. The Taoiseach also said that he believes Ukraine needs 'long-term security guarantees'. Speaking after Sunday's online conference, Mr Martin said: 'I welcomed the opportunity to join other European leaders today to discuss developments on ending the war in Ukraine. 'We had a very useful engagement with President Zelensky as he prepares to meet with President Trump tomorrow in Washington. 'I welcome the initiative by President Trump to seek the ending of the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine. Ireland, together with our European partners, continues to contribute to these efforts to achieve a just and lasting peace for Ukraine.' The meeting of European leaders follows the US president's summit with Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday. Mr Martin said it is 'essential that Ukraine is a full participant' in any discussions regarding its future. He said: 'I therefore welcome that President Zelensky will meet with President Trump in Washington tomorrow, together with other European leaders. Mr Martin said he stressed that international law and principles of independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity need to be respected for security in the region. 'It will be up to Ukraine to make decisions on its territory. International borders must not be changed by force. 'I fully agree that Ukraine needs strong, credible, long-term security guarantees. This will mean sustained support from Europe, the United States and other partners. 'Ireland stands ready to play our part. Earlier this year we committed to providing non-lethal military support to Ukraine and we will look to do more. 'At today's meeting, I also reiterated Ireland's readiness to contribute to any peacekeeping force that is in line with the UN Charter.' The Taoiseach said Ireland will also continue to support Ukraine's EU membership ambitions, adding that Russia 'cannot have a veto' on the matter. 'Our joint efforts for peace should be combined with firm and co-ordinated pressure on Russia to agree to a ceasefire and engage seriously with negotiations on a just and lasting peace. 'We agreed today that sanctions and wider economic measures will be reinforced if Russia does not stop the killing. 'The human dimension and accountability must also be at the centre of a just and lasting peace for Ukraine. 'Russia must urgently return Ukrainian children who they have abducted as well as prisoners of war and civilians being held unlawfully.'
The Independent
a day ago
- Politics
- The Independent
Ukraine needs long-term security guarantees, Taoiseach says
International borders must not be changed by force, the Taoiseach has said, ahead of a meeting between the presidents of the United States and Ukraine. Micheal Martin attended a virtual leaders' meeting of the so-called 'coalition of the willing' in support of Ukraine on Sunday. The call was convened by Sir Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. On Monday, Volodymyr Zelensky is meeting Donald Trump with several EU leaders, including Sir Keir, also travelling to Washington DC in a show of solidarity with the Ukrainian president. Mr Martin, who will not be in Washington, said he had assured Mr Zelensky on Sunday that Ireland will 'continue to steadfastly support Ukraine'. EU leaders have agreed that sanctions and wider economic measures 'will be reinforced' if Russia continues its military action. The Taoiseach also said that he believes Ukraine needs 'long-term security guarantees'. Speaking after Sunday's online conference, Mr Martin said: 'I welcomed the opportunity to join other European leaders today to discuss developments on ending the war in Ukraine. 'We had a very useful engagement with President Zelensky as he prepares to meet with President Trump tomorrow in Washington. 'I welcome the initiative by President Trump to seek the ending of the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine. Ireland, together with our European partners, continues to contribute to these efforts to achieve a just and lasting peace for Ukraine.' The meeting of European leaders follows the US president's summit with Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday. Mr Martin said it is 'essential that Ukraine is a full participant' in any discussions regarding its future. He said: 'I therefore welcome that President Zelensky will meet with President Trump in Washington tomorrow, together with other European leaders. Mr Martin said he stressed that international law and principles of independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity need to be respected for security in the region. 'It will be up to Ukraine to make decisions on its territory. International borders must not be changed by force. 'I fully agree that Ukraine needs strong, credible, long-term security guarantees. This will mean sustained support from Europe, the United States and other partners. 'Ireland stands ready to play our part. Earlier this year we committed to providing non-lethal military support to Ukraine and we will look to do more. 'At today's meeting, I also reiterated Ireland's readiness to contribute to any peacekeeping force that is in line with the UN Charter.' The Taoiseach said Ireland will also continue to support Ukraine's EU membership ambitions, adding that Russia 'cannot have a veto' on the matter. 'Our joint efforts for peace should be combined with firm and co-ordinated pressure on Russia to agree to a ceasefire and engage seriously with negotiations on a just and lasting peace. 'We agreed today that sanctions and wider economic measures will be reinforced if Russia does not stop the killing. 'The human dimension and accountability must also be at the centre of a just and lasting peace for Ukraine. 'Russia must urgently return Ukrainian children who they have abducted as well as prisoners of war and civilians being held unlawfully.'
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Old Beirut explosion video falsely linked to Pakistan's attack on India: PIB fact-checks
NEW DELHI: Press Information Bureau on Friday debunked several social media posts which claimed Pakistan has launched a missile attack on India in retaliation. The fact checking arm of PIB said that a video of explosive attacks in Beirut in 2020 is being spread by the Pakistani handles. "An old video is being shared on social media with the claim that Pakistan has launched a missile attack on India in retaliation," PIB said. Operation Sindoor IPL 2025 suspended as India-Pakistan tensions escalate Pakistan appeals for loans citing 'heavy losses', later says X account hacked Can Pakistan afford a war with India? Here's a reality check PIB also said advised social media users to not fall for the propaganda being spread by Pakistani handles. "The video being shared is of the explosive attack that took place in Beirut, Lebanon in the year 2020, Don't fall for the propaganda being spread by Pakistani handles. Rely only on official information," it added. This comes hours after Armed successfully intercepted and shot down over 50 swarm drones during multiple Pakistani attempts to breach the Line of Control (LoC) and International Borders, according to military sources. In a comprehensive counter-drone operation, Army Air Defence units deployed advanced weaponry including L-70 guns, Zu-23mm systems, Schilka systems, and specialized counter-UAS equipment across multiple sectors including Udhampur, Samba, Jammu, Akhnoor, Nagrota, and Pathankot. "Pakistan Armed Forces launched multiple attacks using drones and other munitions along the entire Western Border on the intervening night of 08 and 09 May 2025. Pak troops also resorted to numerous cease fire violations (CFVs) along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir," Army said in a post on X. "The drone attacks were effectively repulsed and a befitting reply was given to the CFVs," it added. The attacks came a day after Indian armed forces carried out precision strikes on multiple spots in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir under ' Operation Sindoor .'
Economic Times
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Economic Times
Pakistan spreads lies on ATM closures, Air Force base attack & more: Here's the truth you need to know
Fact-check 1: ATMs will be closed? False Live Events — PIBFactCheck (@PIBFactCheck) Fact-check 2: Explosions at Jammu Air Force Base? Misleading — PIBFactCheck (@PIBFactCheck) Fact-check 3: Attack on Hazira Port in Gujarat? Wrong — PIBFactCheck (@PIBFactCheck) Fact-check 4: Drone strike in Jalandhar? False — PIBFactCheck (@PIBFactCheck) Fact-check 5: Destruction of an Indian Army post? Debunked — PIBFactCheck (@PIBFactCheck) Fact-check 6: Pakistan's missile attack? Wrongful claim — PIBFactCheck (@PIBFactCheck) Fact-check 7: Airports across India have been closed? Untrue — PIBFactCheck (@PIBFactCheck) Disinformation amid escalating cross-border attacks (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel A coordinated disinformation campaign has emerged online, aiming to mislead Indian citizens and provoke alarm, as Pakistan attempts to target key locations along India's western borders, near the Line of Control (LoC), the International Borders, and parts of the states of Punjab, Rajasthan and the UT of Jammu and Press Information Bureau's (PIB) Fact Check unit on Friday has identified and debunked a new set of viral posts and videos that falsely claim damage to Indian infrastructure or military assets. Most of these posts have originated from Pakistani is a summary of key disinformation claims and PIB's fact-checks:A viral WhatsApp message claimed that ATMs across India would be shut for several confirmed that the claim is entirely false. ATMs are functioning normally, and there has been no such advisory from any old image was circulated online, claiming multiple explosions had occurred at the Jammu Air Force claim was found to be misleading. The image in question was unrelated to the current situation, and no such incident took place at the base.A video went viral alleging that Hazira Port in Gujarat had come under claim is false. The video actually depicts an oil tanker explosion that occurred in July 2021 and has no connection to recent events.A video showing a supposed drone attack in Jalandhar is being widely clarified that the footage is of a farm fire and does not depict any drone strike. The accompanying image being shared with the video was identified as a photo from the Kabul Airport blast in August social media accounts shared a video alleging that the Pakistani Army had destroyed an Indian military claim was debunked as entirely false. PIB pointed out that the video is staged and fabricated. There is no unit in the Indian Army called the '20 Raj Battalion,' as referenced in the video.A video was shared online suggesting that Pakistan had launched a missile attack on confirmed the video actually shows the 2020 explosion in Beirut, Lebanon, and is not linked to any military activity between India and media posts claimed that access to airports across the country had been claim is fake. PIB stated that no such decision has been taken by the false claims come against the backdrop of a major escalation in hostilities. On Thursday night, Pakistan launched a wave of attacks using drones and loitering munitions targeting Indian military and civilian locations in Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and forces successfully neutralised over 50 drones in coordinated air defence operations in areas including Udhampur, Samba, Jammu, and Pakistani Army also violated the ceasefire by firing across the Line of Control (LoC) in Uri, Kupwara, Tangdhar, and Karnah. Eight missiles aimed at Satwari, Samba, RS Pura and Arnia were intercepted by Indian defence city and other regions were placed under temporary blackouts, and air raid sirens were activated as a precaution. Indian air defence units responded swiftly, using kinetic and non-kinetic means to intercept incoming were also intercepted in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer, and blackouts were imposed in Bikaner and Punjab's Jalandhar. Security measures across the country have been intensified, with the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security instructing heightened alert levels at airports.
