Ireland faces security test as it takes over EU presidency

Ireland faces security test as it takes over EU presidency

Ireland faces security test as it takes over EU presidency As Europe battles cyberattacks, infrastructure sabotage and other hybrid threats, Ireland’s military neutrality is facing new scrutiny. By JACOPO BARIGAZZI and ANTOANETA ROUSSIin Brussels Illustration by Eoin Ryan for POLITICO As Ireland prepares to assume the presidency of the Council of the EU on July … Read more

Ireland’s toughest mission: Getting a budget deal under the Christmas tree

Ireland’s toughest mission: Getting a budget deal under the Christmas tree

Ireland’s toughest mission: Getting a budget deal under the Christmas tree Dublin needs to broker fierce budget negotiations that pit frugal EU countries against bigger spenders. By GREGORIO SORGIin Brussels Matt Cardy/Getty Images BRUSSELS — Ireland faces the daunting task of forging a swift agreement on the EU’s next seven-year budget, days after wealthy Northern … Read more

What would happen if the US cut off all military aid to Israel?

What would happen if the US cut off all military aid to Israel?

As Israeli officials lash out against a preliminary deal to end the war in Iran, President Donald Trump is returning the favor. “I’m not happy with the way Israel has handled themselves with Lebanon,” Trump said Tuesday. “Israel would have been blown up a long time ago had I not gotten involved.” The comments represent … Read more