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Can Ireland defend its trade with Russia?
Listen on Spotify Apple Music Amazon Music The EU’s top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, heads to Dublin today with awkward questions for Ireland. The country is facing increased scrutiny over the fact that a Russian-owned refinery on Irish soil continues exporting alumina to Russia — a raw material that can feed Moscow’s industrial and military supply chains.
Why Ireland is under fire over its alumina exports to Russia
Though legal, Ireland's alumina exports to Russia have prompted outrage just as the country prepares to assume the EU Council's presidency. Ireland is under fire over its continued sales of alumina to Russia, raising concerns that the country might be indirectly helping Moscow fuel its war machine against Ukraine. Sold as white powder, alumina is the raw material used to produce aluminium, a lightweight metal commonly found in weapons and ammunition on the battlefield.
Kaja Kallas urges Ireland to 'get the facts straight' on alumina sales to Russia
Ireland has launched an investigation into allegations that exports from Aughinish Alumina have contributed to Russia's military complex. High Representative Kaja Kallas has urged Ireland to clarify whether its continued sales of alumina to Russia help build the missiles and drones that strike Ukraine. Sold as white powder, alumina is the key raw material used to make aluminium, a lightweight metal commonly found in weapons on the battlefield.
EU chief diplomat eyes sanctions on Russian metals, adding to pressure on Irish refinery
DUBLIN — The European Union should target Russia’s ability to produce metals and refine oil in its next round of sanctions, EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas said Tuesday. Kallas was speaking on a visit to Dublin shortly after the EU published its 21st package of sanctions designed to increase pressure on Russia over its 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Her focus on metals poses a particularly awkward question for Dublin.
Newsletter: From K-pop to K2 tanks, South Korea flexes in Europe
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung visits Brussels on Wednesday for a highly anticipated EU-South Korea Summit, where we are expecting a buffet of East Asian strength on display, ranging from K-pop toppers to military might. Angela Skujins here holding down the fort for your Wednesday newsletter. Everyone in the Belgian capital is gearing up for a closely watched EU-South Korea Summit, which aims to boast more than just the East Asian country’s soft power of skin care, K-pop and cinematic...
EU proposes new sanctions on Russian oil, 'shadow fleet', fisheries and soldiers
The new package of sanctions is intended to delay a scheduled review of the price cap on Russian oil, which has surged following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, to avoid granting Moscow economic relief. The European Commission has proposed a fresh round of sanctions against Russia, targeting oil sales, the "shadow fleet", banks, cryptocurrency firms, metals, fish products and soldiers who have taken part in the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The proposal, unveiled on Tuesday by...
As conflicts rage, where are the most peaceful places in the world to travel to right now?
The Global Peace Index – the world's most comprehensive annual ranking of peacefulness across 163 countries – has released its top ten for 2026. Governmental ‘do not travel’ advisories are growing more numerous as conflicts rage around the world, and it may seem like a lot of your bucket list destinations are now off limits. So if you are planning a trip and want to prioritise safety, use this new data to help guide you.
Every world leader who has visited China in 2026 in one chart
Every world leader who has visited China in 2026 in one chart China has hosted 26 leaders from 23 countries this year, underscoring its growing diplomatic and economic influence. British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper is the latest senior official in a steady stream of world leaders visiting China this year. During her three-day trip this week, Cooper is expected to meet her Chinese counterpart Wang Yi and Vice President Han Zheng in Beijing before travelling to the southern tech hub of...
Ireland, Seen as a Weak Link in Europe’s Defense, Is Trying to Bulk Up
As concern rises in Europe over threats from an emboldened Russia, the Irish government says it’s working to plug gaps in its military, which reflect a tradition of neutrality.
Ireland, Seen as a Weak Link in Europe’s Defense, Is Trying to Bulk Up
As concern rises in Europe over threats from an emboldened Russia, the Irish government says it’s working to plug gaps in its military, which reflect a tradition of neutrality.