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Irish Post
5 days ago
- Politics
- Irish Post
Taoiseach pledges Ireland's support for ceasefire in Ukraine ahead of Trump's Putin summit
TAOISEACH Micheál Martin has pledged Ireland's support for peace talks aimed at bringing an end to the war in Ukraine. Mr Martin attended an online leaders' meeting of the Coalition of the Willing held yesterday (August 13) in support of war-torn Ukraine. Convened by President of France Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the meeting was held ahead of a US-Russia Summit taking place in Alaska tomorrow (August 15). 'At a critical time for Ukraine and Europe, I joined my fellow leaders of the Coalition of the Willing to discuss recent developments and the ongoing engagement with our US partners ahead of President Trump's meeting with President Putin,' the Taoiseach said after the meeting. 'We also heard from President Zelenskyy who briefed us on the situation on the ground in Ukraine and the needs of Ukraine as it continues to defend itself against ongoing Russian aggression. 'The initiative of President Trump towards ending Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine and achieving a just and lasting peace was warmly welcomed,' he added. 'We agreed that unity is vital and that close transatlantic coordination will continue as part of our efforts to secure a ceasefire and a durable peace. During the meeting, the leaders agreed that any peace deal must have Ukraine's involvement. 'Recalling the EU leaders' statement of 12 August, there was agreement that the people of Ukraine must have the freedom to decide their future and that the path to peace in Ukraine cannot be decided without Ukraine,' Mr Martin said. 'Any diplomatic solution must protect Ukraine and Europe's security,' he added. The leaders further agreed that any 'meaningful negotiations on a just and lasting peace should be preceded by a ceasefire', the Taoiseach confirmed. 'We committed to continue to provide political, financial, economic, humanitarian, military and diplomatic support to Ukraine,' he added. 'There was also agreement to maintain pressure on Russia to agree to an unconditional ceasefire, including through the use of sanctions and other economic measures.' Mr Martin claimed a 'human dimension' must be at the heart of any peace deal. 'I believe that the human dimension must be a key component of a just and lasting peace for Ukraine,' he said. 'The Ukrainian children abducted by Russia must be returned to their families and communities,' he explained. 'Ireland will continue to support Ukraine, both bilaterally and through the EU, on its path towards EU membership and in its efforts to achieve a just and durable peace,' he added. See More: Coalition Of The Willing, Ireland, Russia, Taoiseach, Ukraine
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First Post
5 days ago
- Politics
- First Post
Ahead of Alaska meet, Trump warns Putin faces 'severe consequences' if he says no to the ceasefire
Ahead of the US-Russia Summit in Alaska, US President Donald Trump said that his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, would face severe consequences if he did not agree to a truce with Ukraine. U.S. President Donald Trump and Russia's President Vladimir Putin talk during the family photo session at the APEC Summit in Danang, Vietnam November 11, 2017. Reuters US President Donald Trump warned that his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, would face 'very severe consequences' if he did not agree to a ceasefire in the Ukraine war at the Alaska Summit on Friday. Trump's remarks on the matter came after his call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other European leaders. While speaking to the reporters on Wednesday, Trump also suggested that if his meeting with Putin goes well, he will organise a second summit, which would include Zelenskyy as well. 'If the first one goes OK, we'll have a quick second one,' Trump told reporters in Washington. 'I would like to do it almost immediately, and we'll have a quick second meeting between President Putin, President Zelenskyy and me, if they'd like to have me there.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD However, the president did not provide any timeframe for a second meeting. Trump will be meeting Putin in Anchorage, Alaska, on Friday. The summit will reportedly be held at the Joint Base Elmendorf–Richardson, a military facility crucial to countering the Soviet Union during the height of the Cold War. Trump delivers a warning to Putin When asked if Russia would face consequences if Putin did not agree to a ceasefire after the summit, the Republican firebrand gave an affirmative response. 'Yes, they will … very severe consequences," Trump remarked. Trump made it clear that he had a 'very good call' with European leaders in which he consulted them about the general goal and strategy for his summit. He told reporters that he gave reassurances to the European leader that a ceasefire was his priority and he would not make any territorial concessions without Kyiv's full involvement. Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron said that Trump's approach at the video conference appeared to reassure some of the leaders, who were making a final collective plea to the unpredictable US president that he had a duty to protect Ukraine's sovereignty – and European security – at the talks. The European leaders spoke to Trump and his Vice President, JD Vance, in a hastily convened one-hour meeting in an effort to shape Trump's negotiating strategy. The meeting took place since Zelenskyy and European leaders have been excluded from the summit and fear that Trump would make concessions that compromise Ukraine's future sovereignty. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD However, Trump made it clear that he underlined his promise that the summit was not in itself a substantive negotiation and described it as a ' feel-out' to test Putin's terms to sign a temporary ceasefire that would then lead to talks with Kyiv.
Irish Examiner
5 days ago
- Politics
- Irish Examiner
Taoiseach: Ukraine must be at centre of any peace deal to end war with Russia
The path to peace in Ukraine cannot be decided without Ukraine, the Taoiseach has said. Micheál Martin made these comments after attending an online leaders' meeting of the so-called "Coalition of the Willing" in support of Ukraine. The meeting, hosted by French president Emmanuel Macron and British prime minister Keir Starmer, took place ahead of the US-Russia Summit in Alaska on Friday. Speaking after the meeting, the Taoiseach said European leaders remain committed to supporting Ukraine. The group also heard from Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who briefed them on the situation on the ground and outlined Ukraine's needs. While the group welcomed former US president Donald Trump's efforts, they insisted Ukraine must be at the centre of any peace deal. 'The initiative of President Trump towards ending Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine and achieving a just and lasting peace was warmly welcomed. We agreed that unity is vital and that close transatlantic coordination will continue as part of our efforts to secure a ceasefire and a durable peace. "Any diplomatic solution must protect Ukraine and Europe's security. It was also agreed that any meaningful negotiations on a just and lasting peace should be preceded by a ceasefire. 'We committed to continue to provide political, financial, economic, humanitarian, military and diplomatic support to Ukraine. There was also agreement to maintain pressure on Russia to agree to an unconditional ceasefire, including through the use of sanctions and other economic measures." Mr Martin said this is "a critical time for international security". "In the year when we mark its 80th anniversary, we must recommit ourselves to the primacy of the UN Charter. We cannot accept that international borders can be changed by force. For all our security, there must be respect for international law, including the principles of independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity. 'I also believe that the human dimension must be a key component of a just and lasting peace for Ukraine. The Ukrainian children abducted by Russia must be returned to their families and communities. 'Ireland will continue to support Ukraine, both bilaterally and through the EU, on its path towards EU membership and in its efforts to achieve a just and durable peace.'
News18
6 days ago
- Politics
- News18
‘Relying On Fired Losers': Trump Slams ‘Very Unfair' Media Coverage Ahead Of Putin Meet
Trump criticised the media's coverage of his meeting with Putin in Alaska, called ex-NSA Bolton a "fired loser." US President Donald Trump on Wednesday lashed out at the 'very unfair media" over the coverage of his upcoming meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday. He dubbed his former National Security Advisor John Bolton 'fired losers" and 'really dumb people," over his latest media interactions and his assessment of the upcoming US-Russia Summit in Alaska, and accused the media of relying on commentary of such people. The US President asserted that the media narrative was biased and that the US was 'winning at everything," rubbishing Bolton's stance that Putin had 'already won" by securing this meeting. 'Very unfair media is at work on my meeting with Putin. Constantly quoting fired losers and really dumb people like John Bolton, who just said that, even though the meeting is on American soil, 'Putin has already won." What's that all about? We are winning on EVERYTHING. The Fake News is working overtime (No tax on overtime!)," he said in post on Truth Social. He further said that even if he succeeds in securing a favourable deal with Russia, such as acquiring territory like Moscow and Leningrad, the media would still frame it negatively. 'If I got Moscow and Leningrad free, as part of the deal with Russia, the Fake News would say that I made a bad deal! But now they've been caught. Look at all of the real news that's coming out about their CORRUPTION. They are sick and dishonest people, who probably hate our Country. But it doesn't matter because we are winning on everything!!! MAGA" he added. His comments came after his former NSA John Bolton, in an exclusive interview with Firstpost, had said that Putin's meeting with Trump in Alaska is a 'big win" for the Russian leader. 'It is a big win for Putin to come to the United States. He's a pariah leader of a rogue state that committed unprovoked aggression against Ukraine," he had said. He had also criticised Trump's approach, including tariffs on India for Russian oil purchases, warning they could push India closer to Moscow and Beijing. The US President had previously threatened to impose sanctions and additional tariffs if Moscow did not take steps toward a ceasefire. Instead, following a visit to Moscow by Trump's envoy, a direct meeting between Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin was scheduled for August 15. view comments Location : Washington D.C., United States of America (USA) First Published: August 13, 2025, 21:00 IST News world 'Relying On Fired Losers': Trump Slams 'Very Unfair' Media Coverage Ahead Of Putin Meet Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hans India
12-08-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Markets stage rebound after 6th week decline
Mumbai: Markets stage rebound after 6th week declineBenchmarkBSE Sensex rallied 746 points to close above the 80,000 mark following buying in oil, auto and banking shares amid fresh foreign fund inflows. The 30-share Sensex jumped 746.29 points or 0.93 per cent to settle at 80,604.08 with 26 of its constituents ending higher. During the day, it surged 778.26 points or 0.97 per cent to 80,636.05. The 50-share NSE Nifty jumped by 221.75 points or 0.91 per cent to 24,585.05. 'The market saw a relief rally post a 3-month low; positive global cues and a gradual return of FIIs supported the sentiment. Investors are positively assessing the upcoming US-Russia Summit this week, which may possibly give way to a de-escalation in geopolitical tensions. While a near-term caution may still prevail, the more definite assessment of the US trade and growth impact is yet to be assessed fully,' Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments Ltd, said. As many as 2,237 stocks advanced, while 1,930 declined and 170 remained unchanged on the BSE. 'Markets started the week on an upbeat note, gaining nearly a percent and providing a breather after the recent decline. The tone was positive from the outset and further strengthened in the latter half, supported by a noticeable recovery in heavyweights across sectors,' said Ajit Mishra, Sr V-P (research), Religare Broking. Among Sensex firms, Tata Motors, Eternal, Trent, State Bank of India, UltraTech Cement and Larsen & Toubro were the major gainers. However, Bharat Electronics, Bharti Airtel and Maruti were the laggards. The BSE midcap gauge climbed 0.79 per cent and the smallcap index rose by 0.35 per cent. The majority of the BSE sectoral indices ended higher. Realty surged the most by 1.86 per cent, followed by bankex (1.13 per cent), healthcare (1.12 per cent), auto (1.03 per cent), financial services (1 per cent), utilities (0.92 per cent), services (0.90 per cent) and power (0.85 per cent). Consumer Durables emerged as the only laggard. Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) bought equities worth Rs1,932.81 crore on Friday, according to exchange data.
