Trump calls Irish unification “fantastic”

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Donald Trump said Irish unification would be “fantastic,” breaking with the United States’ long-standing neutrality on the issue. The remarks contrast with US neutrality that had been maintained despite decades of violence tied to Northern Ireland and the 1998 peace deal.

WHO: Donald Trump

WHAT: Trump said Irish unification would be “fantastic,” departing from US neutrality on the issue.

WHEN: Reported Sep 12, 2026 at 1:21 PM ET

WHERE: Location not specified

WHY: Trump made the remarks about Irish unification.

How this story developed (showing 7 of 7 earlier reports)

Trump says he would like to see a united Ireland · Sep 14, 2026 at 3:06 AM ET
Trump says Irish reunification would be “fantastic” · Sep 13, 2026 at 10:06 PM ET
Trump defends Irish unity remarks amid UK uproar · Sep 13, 2026 at 6:07 PM ET
Trump says unified Ireland would be “fantastic” · Sep 13, 2026 at 4:05 PM ET
Trump says he would ‘love’ to see a united Ireland · Sep 13, 2026 at 10:05 AM ET
Trump says Ireland reunification with UK would be 'fantastic' · Sep 13, 2026 at 4:00 AM ET
Trump calls for a unified Ireland during visit · Sep 12, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET

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