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Quarter of a million people viewed Pope’s body over three days, says Vatican

The requiem mass will be attended by world leaders and dignitaries.

Evening Standard

World leaders arriving for Pope’s funeral as 150,000 mourners pay respects

The coffin will be closed on Friday evening ahead of Saturday’s requiem mass.

Evening Standard

Pope Francis’s work on peace must be remembered at funeral – Irish president

The people of Ireland have ‘appreciation’ for the life of the late pontiff, Michael D Higgins said.

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Pope Francis had ‘unfinished business’, says Michael D Higgins

The President of Ireland said he hopes the next pope will build on the steps Francis was able to take.

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Irish leaders pay tribute to Pope as ‘exceptional’ and ‘remarkable’ figure

Irish premier Micheal Martin said the Pope held a ‘special place in the hearts of Irish people’.

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President and political leaders hail McIlroy’s thrilling Masters victory

Michael D Higgins said the Holywood golfer’s achievement was ‘truly outstanding’.

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Mick O’Dwyer remembered at funeral as ‘giant’ on and off the football field

O’Dwyer won 12 All-Ireland titles with Co Kerry as a player and manager.

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Poet Michael Longley touched souls with just a few words, funeral hears

The acclaimed Belfast poet died last month aged 85.

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Funeral of Belfast poet Michael Longley to take place

The poet, who died aged 85, won a number of awards throughout his life including the TS Eliot Prize.

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Israeli minister’s fears for safety of Jews in Ireland after Michael Higgins’ speech

Exclusive: Israeli deputy foreign minister Sharren Haskel has spoken to The Independent in the wake of Jewish protesters being ejected from a Holocaust memorial event addressed by Ireland’s president Michael Higgins

The Independent UK

Israeli Woman Removed from Irish Holocaust Memorial for Protesting President's Speech Welcoming 'Overdue Ceasefire'

An Israeli woman living in Ireland was forcibly removed from a Holocaust Memorial Day event in Dublin for protesting remarks on the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

Latin Times

Deputy First Minister criticises Higgins over Gaza comments at Holocaust event

Emma Little-Pengelly said the Republic’s president was ‘absolutely wrong’ to raise the issues at the annual Holocaust memorial event.

Evening Standard

Tanaiste defends Higgins’ decision to raise Gaza during Holocaust speech

Protesters were removed from the memorial event during an address by Michael D Higgins on Sunday.

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Protesters removed as Irish President Higgins addresses Holocaust memorial event

Michael D Higgins emphasised the importance of education to build a peaceful future.

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Irish premier pledges to tackle housing issues as new government chosen

There was a significant reshuffle of ministers after Micheal Martin was appointed Taoiseach once again.

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‘Deep sadness’ following death of Belfast poet Michael Longley

Mr Longley died at the age of 85 after winning world-wide renown for his writing.

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Micheal Martin ‘thankful’ after taoiseach nomination

Mr Martin will formally become Ireland’s new premier during a ceremony with President Michael D Higgins.

The Independent UK

Irish president rejects call for him to stay away from Holocaust memorial

The outgoing ambassador to Ireland urged Michael D Higgins to steer clear of the event in Dublin as she accused him of being ‘anti-Israeli’.

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Irish president pays tribute to Kneecap member’s late father

Michael D Higgins said Gearoid O Caireallain’s death was ‘a great loss for all those who work for the use of the Irish language’.

The Independent UK

Verona Murphy becomes first female speaker of the Irish parliament

Her election is the first action taken by the new Dail which met for the first time on Wednesday morning.

The Independent UK

‘Deep slander’ to accuse Ireland of being antisemitic, Irish president says

Michael D Higgins made the remarks as a Palestinian ambassador was formally appointed at Aras an Uachtarain.

Evening Standard

Voting continues in Irish General Election

Voting in the Irish General Election continued into Friday evening after a quick campaign that focused on the country’s most pressing issues.

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In Pictures: Voters and a pug cast their ballots in the Irish General Election

Turnout is expected to play a vital role in this year’s General Election – even the furry kind.

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Irish president leads tributes to comedian and actor Jon Kenny

The Limerick actor died on Friday in Galway Clinic, his wife Margie Kenny said on Saturday.

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‘Time is right’ for Irish election, says Harris as candidates hit campaign trail

The parties have already began to set out their stall on housing, immigration and childcare as they vie for votes on November 29.

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