Micheál Martin

Micheál Martin

Ireland IrelandpoliticianMaleb. 19605.9Global Dominance: 0.00%

Micheál Martin is an Irish politician and the leader of the Fianna Fáil party, currently serving as the Tánaiste (Deputy Prime Minister) and Minister for Foreign Affairs in Ireland. He is known for his commitment to international cooperation and was recently in the news for inviting Wang Yi to visit Ireland, highlighting the importance of diplomatic relations between China and Ireland.

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Micheál Martin commended Starmer for resetting the Irish-British relationship.

Would-be Burnham rivals canvas for support as favourite to replace Starmer sworn in – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-06-23
8.0

Taoiseach Micheál Martin did not respond last week to queries concerning such a tax.

Minister has ‘no difficulty’ with powers for cities to introduce tourism tax – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-06-22
5.0

Taoiseach Micheál Martin first signalled in February that the Government would scope out changes to CGT.

Government urged to cut capital gains tax in Budget 2027 to spur investment – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-06-21
6.0

Micheál Martin is the Taoiseach pushing for the reform of the triple lock.

Plans to scrap triple lock constitute ‘fundamental change’ to Fianna Fáil policy, party told – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-06-21
6.0

Fianna Fáilers directed some abuse at Micheál Martin for insufficient interest in a united Ireland.

Whatever Simon Harris says, we are far from a ‘blueprint’ for a united Ireland – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-06-21
4.0

Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin said before the dinner he wanted to see 'the shape and nature of any mechanisms' introduced.

EU to develop new tools to tackle China export flood
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-06-19
6.0

Michael said Danny’s call for Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Tánaiste Simon Harris to be replaced as the leaders of their parties meant he could not continue in his role.

Michael Healy-Rae says brother Danny’s interview effectively sacked him as minister of state – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-06-02
3.0

Taoiseach Micheál Martin expressed his deep sadness at the passing of Tomi Reichental, recognizing his dedication to Holocaust education.

Holocaust survivor Tomi Reichental dies aged 90 – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-05-31
8.0

Taoiseach Micheál Martin argued that sanctioning Aughinish Alumina would cause more harm to the European Union than to Russia.

Amount of Irish-made alumina exported to Russia hits highest level since start of Ukraine war – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-05-30
7.0

The strong language deployed by Taoiseach Micheál Martin may seem at odds with the situation in Gaza and the West Bank.

where principle meets realpolitik – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-05-29
6.0

Micheál Martin, the Taoiseach, defended the government's investment in disability services during a heated exchange with Mary Lou McDonald.

Mary Lou’s attack on Mumbling Micheál meets outrage and silent approval – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-05-28
5.0

Taoiseach Micheál Martin said that 'fundamentally, it’s not implementable in terms of services'.

Opposition parties vow to toughen ‘gutted’ Occupied Territories Bill – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-05-27
5.0

Micheál Martin, the Taoiseach, has been mentioned in relation to the price gouging charge.

Government inquiry into home heating oil and petrol prices is a political diversion – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-07
5.0
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Micheál Martin's initial response to the US and Israeli action was cautious.

risks of chaos and civil war – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-07
6.0

Micheál Martin appeared before a parliamentary committee to explain the need for a secure meeting room in Government Buildings.

Why shouldn’t Irish politicians be allowed to have nice things? – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-07
5.0

Taoiseach Micheál Martin was keen to ensure a nominee came through an independent process for the FAO job.

How Phil Hogan laid the groundwork for a possible comeback – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-07
6.0

Murphy called for Taoiseach Micheál Martin not to go to the White House to hand over the bowl of shamrock.

Pressure on Government to say attack by US and Israel on Iran is a breach of international law – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-06
5.0

Taoiseach Micheál Martin said it should be three to four weeks before price rises are seen in any petrol station forecourt.

Heating oil prices increase by more than 50 per cent in Ireland in less than a week – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-04
5.0

Taoiseach Micheál Martin recognised the potential for escalation and wider conflict in the region.

US multinationals will not flee Ireland just because we stand up to Donald Trump – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-04
6.0

Micheál Martin is the Taoiseach who faced heavy opposition pressure regarding the US military actions.

Taoiseach’s Operation Septic Turkey prompts epic levels of fury on Opposition benches – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-04
5.0

Taoiseach Micheál Martin managed to stay on the right side of saying everything apart from openly denouncing Donald Trump.

Drone and missile attacks in Gulf; hundreds of Irish citizens to board flight from UAE to Dublin – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-04
5.0

McEntee expected Taoiseach Micheál Martin to raise Ireland’s concerns about the US-Israeli action when he meets Trump.

Iran sends drones and missiles across the Gulf as up to 2,000 Irish seek route home – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-04
5.0

Taoiseach Micheál Martin said there was 'no excuse for prices going up at the pumps yesterday, or indeed anywhere'.

Cost of home-heating oil soars in Ireland since attacks on Iran – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-03
7.0

Micheál Martin, the taoiseach, also asked Phil Hogan to consider his position amid the controversy.

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
6.0

Taoiseach Micheál Martin said the Middle East has 'not been safe for quite a long time, and Iran must take a significant degree of responsibility for that.'

Government making list of Irish who need help in Gulf; US embassy in Riyadh hit – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-03
7.0

Taoiseach Micheál Martin was briefed by senior officials on the escalating crisis in the region.

Irish citizens in UAE could be bussed to Oman if Dubai and Abu Dhabi flights remain restricted – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-03
6.0

Micheál Martin is the Taoiseach of Ireland who may receive verbal digs during his visit to the White House.

Trump’s economic moves seem contradictory and dangerous but there is a game plan – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-01
5.0
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Donald Trump

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said he was 'deeply concerned' by developments in Iran and the real potential that exists for 'escalation and wider conflict in the region'.

President Connolly calls for immediate diplomacy following strikes in Middle East – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-01
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