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Taoiseach concerned at potential for 'wider conflict'
Taoiseach concerned at potential for 'wider conflict' Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said he is deeply concerned after the US and Israel launched military strikes on Iran today and urged dialogue to avoid a wider conflict in the Middle East.
Facing facts on Maritime Security and Defence
Facing facts on Maritime Security and Defence An ill-tempered exchange in the Dáil on Wednesday afternoon was indicative of the pressure the Government is under as it awakes to Ireland's overall security vulnerability, writes Joe Mag Raollaigh.
Ex-footballer jailed for raping woman, 19, at knifepoint
Ex-footballer jailed for raping woman, 19, at knifepoint A former professional soccer player who raped a young woman in her home at knifepoint, made video recordings of the attack, and threatened to kill her and her parents has been jailed for nine years.
Over 17,000 homeless last month in record high
Over 17,000 homeless last month in record high Homeless figures have surpassed 17,000 for the first time, with the number in emergency accommodation last month reaching a total of 17,112.
Man charged with murder of English tourist in Temple Bar
Man charged with murder of English tourist in Temple Bar A man has been charged with the murder of an English tourist who died two months after being injured in the Temple Bar area of Dublin last year.