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Vladimir Putin has downplayed the prospect of talks with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, saying a meeting is possible but only if certain conditions are met. His comments come in response to a US proposal for a trilateral meeting involving Donald Trump. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Emmanuelle Chaze, Ukraine Correspondent for Radio France Internationale and France24.

Vladimir Putin has downplayed the prospect of talks with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, saying a meeting is possible but only if certain conditions are met. His comments come in response to a US proposal for a trilateral meeting involving Donald Trump. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Emmanuelle Chaze, Ukraine Correspondent for Radio France Internationale and France24.

Breastfeeding is so often portrayed as natural and instinctive but for many mothers, the reality is far more complex and painful. That's according to Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett, Author and Journalist who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.

Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Simon Harris, has this morning said that the new tariff arrangement between the United States and the European Union has now commenced. Tánaiste Simon Harris spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.

Breastfeeding is so often portrayed as natural and instinctive but for many mothers, the reality is far more complex and painful. That's according to Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett, Author and Journalist who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.

Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Simon Harris, has this morning said that the new tariff arrangement between the United States and the European Union has now commenced. Tánaiste Simon Harris spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.

The National Bus and Rail Union is urgently calling for the introduction of a dedicated transport police unit following a violent incident on a Dublin Bus this weekend. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dermot O'Leary, General Secretary of the National Bus and Rail Union.

The National Bus and Rail Union is urgently calling for the introduction of a dedicated transport police unit following a violent incident on a Dublin Bus this weekend. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dermot O'Leary, General Secretary of the National Bus and Rail Union.

The lack of green spaces of Dublin's inner city – and cities across the world is “disastrous” for people's mental health. That's according to Anthony Freeman O'Brien, Liberties Communities Project member who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

Outgoing Garda Commissioner Drew Harris has promised to publish a report which shows that a substantial number of gardaí assigned to Roads Policing are not doing their jobs and have no interest in doing them. He called their actions "brazen and contemptuous" and the report's conclusions "sobering". Christy Galligan, Former Garda Sergeant joined us on Newstalk Breakfast to discuss.

A whole host of international and Irish acts will be taking to the stages across Curraghmore Estate this weekend in Waterford. But with such a huge following, and the festival growing year-by-year, what does such a huge influx of people do for a place like Waterford. Kyle Butler, Reporter with WLR FM joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

“No one wants to hear about your dreams – unless you follow my golden rule”. So writes Adrian Chiles, broadcaster and Guardian columnist who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

US special envoy Steve Witkoff has met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a bid to salvage Gaza truce talks. Avi Mayer, founder of the Jerusalem Journal and Former editor-in-chief of The Jerusalem Post joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

Outgoing Garda Commissioner Drew Harris has promised to publish a report which shows that a substantial number of gardaí assigned to Roads Policing are not doing their jobs and have no interest in doing them. He called their actions "brazen and contemptuous" and the report's conclusions "sobering". Christy Galligan, Former Garda Sergeant joined us on Newstalk Breakfast to discuss.

The lack of green spaces of Dublin's inner city – and cities across the world is “disastrous” for people's mental health. That's according to Anthony Freeman O'Brien, Liberties Communities Project member who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

US special envoy Steve Witkoff has met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a bid to salvage Gaza truce talks. Avi Mayer, founder of the Jerusalem Journal and Former editor-in-chief of The Jerusalem Post joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

“No one wants to hear about your dreams – unless you follow my golden rule”. So writes Adrian Chiles, broadcaster and Guardian columnist who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

A whole host of international and Irish acts will be taking to the stages across Curraghmore Estate this weekend in Waterford. But with such a huge following, and the festival growing year-by-year, what does such a huge influx of people do for a place like Waterford. Kyle Butler, Reporter with WLR FM joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

The Occupied Territories Bill legislation should be widened to include a ban on services as well as goods. That's the call from the Oireachtas Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade, whose Chair John Lahart joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

The Government has approved Uisce Eireann's Water Services Strategic Plan 2050, outlining the strategic direction and the actions they will implement to ensure sustainable public water services for Ireland. But what is the future of water infrastructure in Ireland, and are Irish people really on board with what's needed? Gavin Lawlor, President of the Irish Planning Institute joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

A 100-million-euro redevelopment project to redevelop Stephen's Green shopping centre has been rejected by An Comisiúin Pleanála. They said the proposed glass design lacked a “sense of original aesthetic” - but they also noted the current facade is by no means the gold standard. So, what is the future of Stephen's Green shopping centre? Dr Carole Pollard, Former president of the Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland & Editor of the book Irish Cities in Crisis, joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

The Occupied Territories Bill legislation should be widened to include a ban on services as well as goods. That's the call from the Oireachtas Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade, whose Chair John Lahart joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

The Government has approved Uisce Eireann's Water Services Strategic Plan 2050, outlining the strategic direction and the actions they will implement to ensure sustainable public water services for Ireland. But what is the future of water infrastructure in Ireland, and are Irish people really on board with what's needed? Gavin Lawlor, President of the Irish Planning Institute joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

A 100-million-euro redevelopment project to redevelop Stephen's Green shopping centre has been rejected by An Comisiúin Pleanála. They said the proposed glass design lacked a “sense of original aesthetic” - but they also noted the current facade is by no means the gold standard. So, what is the future of Stephen's Green shopping centre? Dr Carole Pollard, Former president of the Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland & Editor of the book Irish Cities in Crisis, joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

The Government must recommit to the reduction of speed limits in urban areas after promising to do so in the Programme for Government. That's the call from the Dublin Commuter Coalition, and their Public Relations Officer Gary Marshall joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

A garda has suffered multiple stab wounds following a knife attack in Dublin city centre. One man was arrested following the incident. Paul Cleary, Garda Assistant Commissioner for the Dublin Metropolitan Region joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

Thousands of digital missionaries and young Catholics have arrived in Rome this week to discuss the role of social media and how young believers can drive change. As part of this, the Vatican is seeking the help of “hot priests” to spread the good word. Fr David Vard a 33-year-old Irish priest at the Jubilee in Rome and he joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

Thousands of digital missionaries and young Catholics have arrived in Rome this week to discuss the role of social media and how young believers can drive change. As part of this, the Vatican is seeking the help of “hot priests” to spread the good word. Fr David Vard a 33-year-old Irish priest at the Jubilee in Rome and he joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

The Government must recommit to the reduction of speed limits in urban areas after promising to do so in the Programme for Government. That's the call from the Dublin Commuter Coalition, and their Public Relations Officer Gary Marshall joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

A garda has suffered multiple stab wounds following a knife attack in Dublin city centre. One man was arrested following the incident. Paul Cleary, Garda Assistant Commissioner for the Dublin Metropolitan Region joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

A man has been sentenced to death in Lebanon after he was convicted for his part in the killing of Irish peacekeeper Private Seán Rooney, who was shot dead while serving in the region in December 2022. Conor Gallagher, Crime and Security Correspondent with the Irish Times joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

Nearly a quarter of doctors work more than 48 hours per week, with that figure rising to half of doctors working in surgery in hospitals. That's according to the latest figures from the Medical Council. Jantze Cotter, the Executive Director for Regulatory Policy, Standards and Research joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

Lord Mayor of Dublin Ray McAdam has invited former US President Barack Obama to formally accept the Freedom of Dublin during their visit to the city in September. However, the Irish Anti War Movement is now considering a protest against the honour. Jim Roche PRO of the Irish Anti-War Movement and Scott Lucas Professor of US and International Politics at the Clinton Institute, University College Dublin joined us on Newstalk Breakfast to discuss.

A man has been sentenced to death in Lebanon after he was convicted for his part in the killing of Irish peacekeeper Private Seán Rooney, who was shot dead while serving in the region in December 2022. Conor Gallagher, Crime and Security Correspondent with the Irish Times joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

Nearly a quarter of doctors work more than 48 hours per week, with that figure rising to half of doctors working in surgery in hospitals. That's according to the latest figures from the Medical Council. Jantze Cotter, the Executive Director for Regulatory Policy, Standards and Research joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

Lord Mayor of Dublin Ray McAdam has invited former US President Barack Obama to formally accept the Freedom of Dublin during their visit to the city in September. However, the Irish Anti War Movement is now considering a protest against the honour. Jim Roche PRO of the Irish Anti-War Movement and Scott Lucas Professor of US and International Politics at the Clinton Institute, University College Dublin joined us on Newstalk Breakfast to discuss.

Today is World Conservation Day; a day that acknowledges, the foundation for a healthy society is a healthy environment. Environmental Journalist and Campaigner, George Monbiot joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

The European Union and United States have agreed a deal that will lock in tariffs on most EU imports to the US, but prevent the prospect of an economically devastating trade war. Jeanna Smialek Brussels Bureau Chief for the New York Times and Dan O'Brien Chief Economist at the Institute of International and European affairs and Columnist with The Currency joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

People need to put down their phones and stop filming tragic road accidents in order to share them online. That's the call from the Irish Road Victims' Association. Their vice-President Leo Lieghio, who lost his own daughter in a road accident in 2005 joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

One of the strongest earthquakes in modern history has triggered evacuations in Japan, Hawaii and some parts of the US west coast amid triggers widespread tsunami warnings across the Pacific coastlines. Dr Athena Masson, Meteorologist and Natural Hazard Specialist joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

An Taoiseach, Micheál Martin joined Newstalk Breakfast this morning ahead of the Cabinet summer break. Joining Shane to discuss Metrolink, budget and the National Development Plan and more.

More than 100 aid and rights groups on have today called for governments to take action as hunger spreads in Gaza. They are demanding an immediate and permanent ceasefire and the lifting of all restrictions on the flow of humanitarian aid. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Stephen Bowen, Executive Director of Amnesty International Ireland.

The Irish Road Haulage Association calling on the Government to remove the driver testing system from the Road Safety Authority. Before, they say “any more damage to the Irish economy is done”. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Brendan Walsh, Chief Operations Officer, Road Safety Authority.

Fianna Fáil TD for Roscommon Galway and spokesperson for Health, Dr. Martin Daly, is calling for a full ban on sunbeds, warning they pose a serious and immediate risk to public health. Dr Martin explained by to Newstalk Breakfast.

The majority of Dubliners will see their property tax rise next year as Dublin city councillors are set to become the latest local authority in the capital to vote to increase the tax. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Janet Horner, Green Party Councillor for Dublin's North Inner City, and Daithi Doolan, Sinn Féin Councillor for Ballyfermot Drimnagh.

A Cork City Councillor has claimed Ireland is becoming “a cold place for Catholics and Christians” after Cork city councillors voted to consider a renaming process for Bishop Lucey Park. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Terry Shannon, Fianna Fáil Cllr for Cork City council and South–East area.

Ibec is urging the Government to adopt a measured and strategic approach in Budget 2026, warning that global economic uncertainty and over-reliance on volatile corporate tax receipts pose risks to Ireland's competitiveness. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Gerard Brady, Head of National Policy and Chief economist at Ibec.

Tánaiste Simon Harris has said that 'careful consideration' was given to Palestinian GAA team's visa applications. As we reported earlier this week, 47 members of the team were due to come from the West Bank next week, but they were refused due to “insufficient documentation”. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Gill Waters, GAA Palestine Press Officer.

An expert group has urged a nationwide review of maternity services following a report into care at Portiuncula University Hospital Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this was David Cullinane, Sinn Fein Spokesperson for Health.

A half-built school lying idle in North Dublin is a lesson in the State's inability to get things done. That's according to Mick Clifford Special correspondent with the Irish Examiner. Mick spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.