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Ireland braces itself amid uncertainty over Britain’s next steps

As the UK prepares for a week of debate ahead of the vote on the EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement next week, Dublin is bracing itself amid the uncertainty over Britain’s next steps.

Ireland

Ireland not ready for abortion service

A group representing doctors fears Ireland is not geared up for abortion services after they were legalised in a referendum

Russia

Paul Whelan's brother says it could be years until he is freed

The US former marine was expected to return home on Sunday. Instead, Whelan has been detained in a Russian prison over spy allegations.

World News

Watch: The traditions Europeans follow to welcome the New Year

From swimming in chilly waters, to a parade and a religious ceremony, take a look at how people across Europe spent New Year's Day.

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United Kingdom

Irish residents in uproar as border control fears pervade

Communities in the border areas have become accustomed to freedom of movement. The backstop furore has led to fears among residents that a hard border will see a return to the 'troubles'.

Ireland

‘Baby killers’: Irish politician targeted with anti-abortion graffiti

The vandalism appeared after a bill to legalise abortion services passed all stages in the Irish senate.

World

Your vote: Name this year's best Raw Moment in politics

Which Raw Moment in politics is your favourite? Vote for this year's best.

Belgium

Puddle shape of Irish island spotted in Brussels street

While the wet weather in Brussels can dampen the spirits of some, Ireland's Permanent Representation to the EU has found a small silver lining.

United Kingdom

Euroviews. The current Brexit debate is the deluded fighting with those in denial

The U.K. — a nation which in living memory was administering the largest empire in the history of the world — is at present a country where the deluded are fighting with those in denial. It could all end very badly indeed.

Ireland

Irish Minister who showed thong in Parliament speaks to Euronews

World

Brexit text cannot be reopened, says Irish foreign minister

Irish foreign minister Simon Coveney says the Brexit withdrawal agreement is done but expresses hope that Britain would rejoin the EU one day, welcoming it back 'in a heartbeat'

United Kingdom

UK Brexit Minister Dominic Raab and others resign over deal

Raab said he "cannot in good conscience support the terms proposed for our deal with the EU."

United Kingdom

May suffers new blow as minister resigns over Brexit

May suffers new blow as minister resigns over Brexit

Europe News

Chances slim for special Brexit summit in November

EU leaders had tentatively scheduled a special summit for November to sign-off on the deal, however, negotiators remain at odds over the Irish border question.

Ireland

Ireland votes to abolish 'medieval' blasphemy law

A referendum was held on whether to change the law, which makes publishing or uttering a blasphemous comment punishable by a fine of 25,000 euros.

Ireland

Increasingly secular Ireland votes to end blasphemy law

The last person to be prosecuted for blasphemy in Ireland was in 1855.

Ireland

Nothing compares to Islam: Sinéad O'Connor becomes a Muslim

Nothing compares to Islam: Sinéad O'Connor becomes a Muslim

Europe News

UK-wide backstop to break Brexit impasse?

Senior Irish sources have confirmed to Euronews that requests from the UK to make the backstop UK-wide are being considered by Brussels but such a plan won’t be complete in time for the Withdrawal Agreement to be signed off.

Economy

No-deal Brexit more and more likely

Both sides stick to their positions on Irish border issue

World

Ireland's foreign minister draws Ireland's red lines in Brexit negotia

Ireland’s foreign minister Simon Coveney told Euronews in an exclusive interview that his country expects “the British Prime Minister to follow through on her commitments".