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Trump's united Ireland comments overshadow Irish state visit and trade pitch

2026-09-13 Donald Trump Ireland Catherine Connolly

On 13–14 September 2026, US President Donald Trump publicly renewed calls for Irish reunification during a state visit to Ireland, which he linked to a trade announcement at a trophy event. Irish Prime Minister Catherine Connolly sought to downplay the remarks as diplomatic overreaction.

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