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If the losing side rejects the election results there could be a major political crisis in Hungary.

I spoke to @thejournal.ie about Hungary's election, which presents a broader choice between closer integration with Europe or continued alignment with anti-EU autocrats.

I spoke to TRT World about the upcoming election in Hungary, a potentially pivotal moment for the country’s political trajectory.

In this segment I emphasised how Viktor Orbán's Fidesz party has sought to undermine Ukraine as it defends itself against Russia’s brutal ongoing invasion.

One of the best books I've read recently. Cannot recommend it enough

Tremendous kudos to my @ucdpolitics.bsky.social colleague Maksym Skrypnyk - an outstanding early career scholar.

Happy to participate in this super event organised by Maksym Skrypnyk @ucdpolitics.bsky.social devoted to the implications of Russia's war in Ukraine for the EU and Ireland

My contribution focused on how small countries in the Baltic and Scandinavian regions have tried to protect themselves

Will Other Nations Answer Trump's Plea To Help Secure The Strait Of Hormuz? US President Donald Trump has described the Iranian regime as

Speaking to Clare FM I argued that the most likely outcome of the war is one where all sides claim victory: Iran for surviving the onslaught, and US and Israel for degrading Iran’s military capabilities

The economic fallout, however, could prove more enduring

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I was asked about the rationale for the US-Israeli war on Iran and whether an off-ramp was in sight

I noted wryly that Americans are a very lucky people - wherever they go to defend freedom and democracy they invariably find oil

If conflict, stemming from Russia's invasion of Ukraine, moves across Europe, 'it won't start with the rolling of tanks' but with the 'cutting of cables' in the North Atlantic which is why Ireland is particularly vulnerable, Prof @donnachadcu.bsky.social says. Read here: launch.dcu.ie/3Pfrmo9

30 years after buying my first CD, I finally got to see @divinecomedyhq.bsky.social live. A predictably wonderful performance with a bonus "My Lovely Horse" for St. Patrick's Day!

One of the greatest songwriters of our time, Neil Hannon evokes the full range of human emotions with deceptive ease

Saint Patrick's Day celebrations in Brussels were all the more enjoyable in the sunshine.

It was also striking to see, once again, the strong emphasis placed on Ireland’s relationship with Ukraine, highlighting continued solidarity during these difficult times.

US temporarily lifts sanctions on Russian oil | Newstalk As the conflict in the Middle East goes on, attention continues to be distracted from the war in ...

I spoke with Shane Coleman on Newstalk about how the war in the Middle East affects Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Putin is trying to improve Russia’s geopolitical position while rising oil prices and shifts in global energy markets benefit the Kremlin

Listen here: www.newstalk.com/podcasts/hig...

In this interview we explored how myths, historical distortions, and imperial narratives have long been used to legitimise Russian expansionism - and why understanding them is essential to interpreting the Kremlin’s worldview today.

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Prof Donnacha Ó Beacháin

How does the Iran war even end? DCU's Prof Donnacha Ó Beacháin @donnachadcu.bsky.social, spoke to @thejournal.ie, to make sense of it all. Read more: launch.dcu.ie/47y3UbQ

Iran War Week Two: What’s the latest? | Newstalk Israel has announced a new wave of "broad-scale" strikes on Tehran as US President Donald Trump s...

I joined Pat Kenny on his new Newstalk show to discuss the US-Israeli war on Iran

We talked about a war that lacks coherent objectives, legal sanction or domestic support, and has produced catastrophic casualties including 165+ schoolgirls in a single strike

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Happy to participate in the conference "Invisible Lines: Intertwined Histories of the Irish Border" at Maynooth University

I focussed on Irish Government policy (1925-75) towards partition generally and northern nationalists in particular (based on my book, "From Partition to Brexit")

Episode 15 Putin and the Russian Orthodox Church: Donnacha Ó Beacháin. Report: Fashion of religious vestments – Siofra Mulqueen. Catholic upbringing as literary inspiration: novelist Niamh Ní Mhaoileoin. Spiri...

I spoke with RTÉ's @aine-lawlor.bsky.social about the Russian Orthodox Church

Patriarch Kirill frames the Ukraine invasion as a spiritual battle to determine "which side of God humanity will be on"

This isn't theology; it's Kremlin propaganda dressed in religious robes

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After a US-Israeli strike on a girls’ elementary school in Minab, Iran, rescuers dug through the rubble for survivors. The death toll is still rising, with more than 80 confirmed dead so far.

Malala Yousafzai ‹ @Malala • 1h They were girls who went to school to learn, with hopes and dreams for their future. Today, their lives were brutally cut short. X I am heartbroken and appalled by the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, including reports that a girls' school in southern Iran was hit, resulting in the injury and death of many girls. The killing of civilians, especially children, is unconscionable, and I condemn it unequivocally. My heart is with the children, families and communities affected by escalation across the region. I stand firmly against violence and the targeting of schools and civilians. I call for the escalation of violence across the region to end. Justice and accountability must follow. All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools. Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.

Podcast: Professor Donnacha Ó Beacháin | NorthernSound Professor Donnacha OBeachain spoke to Joe Finnegan on the JF Show.Take a listen here:[audio mp3="https://img.northernsound.ie/prod/uploads/Donnacha-OBeachain.mp...

Earlier this week I spoke to The Joe Finnegan Show about the price and prospects of Russia's war in Ukraine. Putin and Trump signal a brutal and authoritarian vision of order - transactional, personalised, and indifferent to smaller states’ sovereignty.

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🥔🇺🇸 Trump stated that he has "great respect" for Lukashenko.

"We have a good relationship. And the leader is someone I have great respect for. We have a very good relationship with Belarus. And I really like their leader," Trump said.

Echoes of distant explosions in Kyiv: The Ukrainian capital just came under attack by 3 Russian ballistic missiles, and about a dozen attack drones are incoming. 5 Russian strategic bombers are now airborne, and cruise missiles (if launched) are expected in 🇺🇦 airspace at 0600.

On the 4th anniversary of Russia's brutal full-scale invasion of Ukraine, I spoke to Ireland AM

Behind every frontline shift is a family story of death and displacement, but also resilience and defiance.

Four years on, Ukraine survives. That alone overturns Russia’s war aims.

Prof Donnacha Ó Beacháin

A planned EU loan of €90bn for Ukraine has been blocked by Hungary ahead of the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion.
DCU's Prof @donnachadcu.bsky.social told @rte.ie's ‘Behind the Story’ podcast the EU will likely have to step up to support Ukraine more.
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On the eve the 4th anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine I’m pleased to join what promises to be an illuminating discussion hosted by the Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies.

Zelensky says Geneva talks 'difficult' but more meetings planned Donnacha Ó Beacháin, lecturer at the School of Law and Government in DCU

I spoke to Colm Ó Mongáin @news.rte.ie about the Ukraine-Russia talks in Geneva.

Russia sticks to maximalist demands and refuses a ceasefire Ukraine accepted a year ago.

Still, Trump’s focus remains on extracting more concessions from Kyiv, not Moscow.
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The key talking points at the Munich Security Conference | Newstalk The US wants to build a “new world order”, according to its secretary of state Marco Rubio. H...

I spoke with Anton Savage on Newstalk about the Munich Security Conference

The official MSC report warns we have entered an era of “wrecking-ball politics.” Europe faces a clear choice: adapt quickly or absorb the impact.

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Ireland's low ranking on military aid to Ukraine does not reflect our financial support, experts say Ireland has allocated 'several hundred million euro' in direct assistance to Ukraine and billions hosting and supporting Ukrainian refugees, which is not reflected in German report on military aid

In light of the recent @kiel.institute report, I spoke to @Cormac O'Keeffe @irishexaminer.bsky.social about the levels of aid that Ireland (and Europe generally) has provided to Ukraine to protect its people
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I was very happy to convey "Why Moldova Matters" at a special event hosted by the RHID, part of Belgium's Ministry of Defence

Moldova may be small, but the stakes are immense.

It's far wiser to invest in Moldova’s resilience today than to deal with a deeper crisis tomorrow.

There was much food for thought at the European parliament today during a long discussion on populism and the future of transatlantic relations in the era of Trumpism.

Europe has had many wake up calls in recent years yet too often hits the snooze button.