Leo Varadkar

Leo Varadkar

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Leo Varadkar is an Irish politician and member of Fine Gael who served as Taoiseach from 2017 to 2020 and again from 2022. He is notable for being the first openly gay head of government in Ireland and has been a prominent figure in discussions about modernizing Irish politics and governance, particularly in relation to the challenges faced by newer generations of politicians.

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Leo Varadkar expressed being 'taken aback' by Tyson Fury's comments regarding Daniel Kinahan.

from Dublin’s Oliver Bond flats to Dubai – and back – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-08-10
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Leo Varadkar, the former Prime Minister of Ireland, is mentioned as part of the delegation at the World Pride.

"dove c'è coesione, migliora la qualità della vita"
San Marino RTV (News)·San MarinoSan Marino· 2026-08-08
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Leo Varadkar is the former Irish Prime Minister who participated in discussions on LGBTQIA+ issues.

Paolo Rondelli al World Pride di Amsterdam, occasione di confronti sui diritti LGBTQIA+
San Marino RTV (News)·San MarinoSan Marino· 2026-08-07
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Leo Varadkar announced the new Imbolc/St Brigid’s Day public holiday in 2023.

Must we have more of these hellish festivals of stress? – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-08-03
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During the rollicking Delirium Tremens, he sings about Leo Varadkar and Kylie Minogue.

A rousing Auld Triangle is dedicated to the late Glen Hansard – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-08-01
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Leo Varadkar is one of the political talking heads featured in the programme about the Border poll.

the best new shows to watch, starting tonight – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-07-26
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Tánaiste Leo Varadkar reportedly met with British peer Greg Barker regarding Oleg Deripaska.

Aughinish report is thin gruel as Russian demands for Irish alumina ramp up – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-07-25
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Leo Varadkar expressed shock at Ed Walsh's visit to the Black Forge Inn.

Trump’s undiplomatic diplomat stirs it up for Maga in Ireland – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-07-19
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Leo Varadkar's leadership of Fine Gael in 2017 was influenced by concerns for the working class.

Why Simon Harris will really struggle to move the dial on income tax in the Budget – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-07-19
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Leo Varadkar was the star speaker on the final day of the Centre for Justice and Law Reform’s summer school.

Neither Martin nor Harris dared rebuke the US ambassador. Varadkar had no such qualms – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-07-17
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In 2023, Leo Varadkar said 'the proposal has real merit' but 'would not be possible to introduce in 2024'.

Politicians who shrug their shoulders at children in poverty are morally bankrupt – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-07-14
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Former taoiseach Leo Varadkar will be the star attraction when Chinese entrepreneurs and investors are invited to join him on an exclusive tour of the Great Wall.

Varadkar the star turn as Chinese investors sign up for Great Wall tour at nearly €1,300 each – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-07-11
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Former taoiseach Leo Varadkar was mentioned as one of the speakers at the conference.

Putin was talked out of using nuclear weapon, former Nato official tells Dublin conference – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-07-10
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Former taoiseach Leo Varadkar agreed with Ian Marshall that a united Ireland has to be sold convincingly to unionists.

Irish unity questions complicated by political instability in the UK – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-07-05
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Leo Varadkar, a former Prime Minister of Ireland, believes that a government led by Reform UK could accelerate a referendum on Northern Ireland's status.

Взлет Фараджа пробудил кельтские нации. Английский национализм грозит развалить Соединенное Королевство
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-07-04
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Then taoiseach Leo Varadkar met Trump at Shannon Airport during his visit in 2019.

Irish authorities planning for Donald Trump visit in September – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-07-04
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Leo Varadkar was mentioned as possibly having an opinion piece on the ceremony.

it (almost) all went without a hitch – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-07-02
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Former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said he feels sorry for Starmer, if his time as prime minister is indeed up.

Keir Starmer announces intention to resign as British prime minister – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-06-22
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Leo Varadkar asked Phil Hogan to consider his position during the political storm surrounding Hogan's resignation.

Cabinet to discuss nominating Phil Hogan to contest race for senior UN job – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-03
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Former taoiseach Leo Varadkar has warned the Government may be engaging in performative cruelty in its new immigration law.

Chartered flights now ‘routine’ says Minister as 63 South Africans deported – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-01
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Leo Varadkar apologized to those failed by CervicalCheck and to men criminalized for their homosexuality.

words are not enough – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-02-28
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Leo Varadkar is mentioned as a hypothetical band member alongside Bono.

Love Bono or loathe him, we could all do with a little more of his sanctimony – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-02-26
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Xi Jinping discussed the need for mutual respect and cooperation with Taoiseach Varadkar.

风云激荡展担当——2026开年中国元首外交回眸 _光明网
Guangming Daily·ChinaChina· 2026-02-15
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During his meeting with Xi Jinping, Taoiseach Varadkar highlighted the importance of respecting each country's development path.

风云激荡展担当 --时政--人民网
People's Daily·ChinaChina· 2026-02-15
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