Backlash grows over Trump's 'completely wrong' comments on Irish reunification
The remarks drew criticism from British and unionist leaders, while some Irish nationalists welcomed the comments as debate over reunification continued.
- On Saturday, President Donald Trump told reporters at the Irish Open in Doonbeg that he would "love to see it unified," referring to Northern Ireland and Ireland, calling it a "great feather in everybody's cap."
- Under the 1998 Good Friday Agreement, the United Kingdom's Northern Ireland secretary has a duty to call a border poll if a majority would likely vote for unification, requiring approval from the Irish Republic.
- Traditional Unionist Voice leader Jim Allister criticized Trump's comments as meddling, stating "Northern Ireland is not a pawn in Trump's fallout with the UK," while Mary Lou McDonald called the remarks "timely."
- Trump's remarks may strain America's relations with the United Kingdom, especially after he questioned Britain's ability to defend the Falkland Islands, though he declined to address Scottish independence, saying "I'll save that for another day."
- The Irish president previously described Trump as "volatile," contrasting with his claim that the America-Ireland relationship has "never been as good as it is right now," while Connolly emphasized "the normalisation of war and genocide can never be accepted.
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Sydney Morning Herald
Trump doubles down on Irish unification comments
US President Donald Trump has again talked up Irish unification after visiting Ireland.
The US leader expressed his desire for a unified Ireland, generating diverse reactions in the UK and Ireland. Trump also announced the elimination of tariffs on Irish whisky during his visit, marked by a strong safety device.
The Toronto Star
Trump’s backing for a united Ireland has reignited a divisive political issue. Here’s what to know
DOONBEG, Ireland (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump doubled down Sunday on his support for a united Ireland, saying it makes sense to merge the Republic of Ireland with the United Kingdom’s Northern Ireland.
Trump called for the unification of Ireland with Northern Ireland, read the end of the British occupation of Northern Ireland
Trump called for the unification of Ireland with Northern Ireland, read the end of the British occupation of Northern Ireland. Earlier, he verbally supported Argentina's claims to the Malvinas Islands, which Britain holds following the 1982 war. The...
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