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Wake up, Westminster: after May, the Scottish and Welsh parliaments will likely be for independence

With Plaid Cymru and the SNP leading polls in their respective nations, can the United Kingdom continue in this – or any – form, asks Guardian columnist Will Hayward

The Guardian - UK

Labor's Irish roots prompt call for referendum help

Drawing on politicians' personal connection to his homeland, a touring senator and peace negotiator is encouraging Labor to keep pushing for a united Ireland.

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Catherine Connolly’s election as president has added a new dynamic to Irish politics

After a bizarre contest in which both government candidates blew their chances, the left has shown it can unite to win, says Irish Times columnist Justine McCarthy

The Guardian - UK

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Catherine Connolly’s landslide shakes Ireland’s establishment – but not its politics

Connolly’s stunning victory humbles old parties and energises the left, yet it’s no revolution: the presidency remains symbolic

The Guardian - UK

What to know about Ireland's election as the country votes for a new president

Voters in Ireland are going to the polls to elect one of two women as their new president

The Independent UK

Greta Thunberg detained by Israel as Gaza-bound aid flotilla is intercepted

The Sirius, Alma and Adara boats were intercepted some 70 nautical miles (80 miles) from the coast of Gaza, according to organisers

Evening Standard

Why is Palestine so important in Ireland?

Dublin's pro-Palestinian positions are rooted in Ireland's experience of the British occupation and anti-colonial policies, experts tell Euronews.

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Digital ID plan for UK risks creating ‘an enormous hacking target’, expert warns

Cyber security expert offers warning as tech companies prepare to bid for potentially multi-billion pound contracts

The Guardian - UK

Welcome and concern over planned ‘protections’ for former soldiers

Sinn Fein MP John Finucane said he is against any amnesties or special arrangements for former soldiers over Troubles incidents.

Evening Standard

Irish presidential election candidates confirmed as three-way race begins

Fine Gael’s Heather Humphreys, Fianna Fáil’s Jim Gavin and leftwing independent Catherine Connolly in running for job

The Guardian - UK

Scottish first minister calls Israel’s actions in Gaza ‘genocide’ for first time

John Swinney is second UK leader, after Sinn Féin’s Michelle O’Neill, to use term in relation to Israel’s actions in Gaza

The Guardian - UK

Northern Ireland police investigate burning of lifesize models of refugees

Burning of boat containing dark-skinned mannequins in lifejackets in Moygashel draws widespread condemnation

The Guardian - UK

Belfast police refuse to help dismantle loyalist bonfire on site containing asbestos

Sinn Féin has said failing to tear down pyre would be victory for mob rule, but PSNI says intervention carries more risk

The Guardian - UK

Northern Ireland nationalists fear focus on reconciliation stalling push for unity referendum

Goal of reconciliation has become ‘undisguised unionist veto’, some argue amid dwindling momentum for vote

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Euronews

Irish government rejects motion to stop sale of Israeli bonds

The decision to reject the bill comes after a similar, unsuccessful motion was put forward by the Sinn Féin party last month.

The Guardian - UK

Michelle O’Neill accuses DUP minister of inflaming racial tensions on social media

Gordon Lyons rejects calls to resign after posting information about leisure centre hours before it was set on fire

The Guardian - UK

Gerry Adams’ BBC libel win risks more benign view of Troubles taking hold

Concerns raised that hefty award to politician over Spotlight episode could lead to less hard-hitting journalism

The Guardian - UK

Gerry Adams awarded €100,000 damages in libel victory over BBC

Former Sinn Féin leader sued broadcaster over allegation in documentary that he sanctioned murder of MI5 informant

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The Conversation

Is every nationalist a potential fascist? A historian weighs in

Nationalism is typically seen as the preserve of right-wing politics, and it has long been a cornerstone of authoritarian and fascist governments around the world. In democratic countries the term “nationalism” is linked to national chauvinism – a belief in the inherent superiority of one’s own nation and its citizens…

The Guardian - UK

European year of the Normans reopens debate over Irish identity

Ministers approve Ireland’s participation in cultural initiative but Sinn Féin calls commemoration offensive

The Guardian - UK

Gerry Adams fights for peacemaker reputation in trial over BBC murdered spy claim

Former Sinn Féin leader denies claim made in 2016 documentary he sanctioned 2006 killing of MI5 informant Denis Donaldson

The Guardian - UK

Gerry Adams considers suing Meta over alleged use of his books to train AI

Former Sinn Féin president says Facebook owner included at least seven of his books in trawl of copyright material

The Guardian - UK

‘Just wait until Trump takes away our unions’: Fionnula Flanagan on America, Ireland and acting silent

After almost 60 years in the US, the actor wants to quit the country. She talks about ‘hooligans’ in the White House – and her new silent film role in Four Mothers

Evening Standard

O’Neill pledges transparency around programme for government targets

The First Minister said the publication of the first agreed PFG for a Stormont executive since 2011 marked a ‘significant day’ for powersharing.