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    Conor McGregor says he will run to be Ireland’s president just 10 years after declaring: ‘F*** politics’

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    Conor McGregor has said that he will run for Ireland’s presidency, 10 years after declaring “f*** politics” in an online rant. The controversial former UFC star pushed his anti-immigration message as he pledged on Thursday to run for the largely ceremonial role later this year.Referring to a European Union migration pact set to more evenly distribute asylum claims across the bloc, his announcement on social media stated: “Who else will stand up to the government and oppose this bill? Any other presidential candidate they attempt to put forward will be of no resistance to them. I will!”The news of his candidacy comes during the same week that the Dublin-born 36-year-old visited President Donald Trump in the White House, drawing criticism from political leaders who said his views did not reflect those of the Irish people. And it comes only months after McGregor was found civilly liable of assault in a High Court damages case in his homeland taken by a woman who accused him of rape – McGregor is currently appealing that verdict. Conor McGregor visited Donald Trump in the White House this week as part of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations More

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      Vladimir Putin makes joke about Donald Trump phone call

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      Russian leader Vladimir Putin made a joke about his phone call with US President Donald Trump.The two world leaders have today (18 March) concluded a more than one-hour long phone call, as the White House pushes its plans for a 30-day ceasefire with Ukraine.The White House and Kremlin did not offer any immediate details about the substance of the conversation, but both have confirmed that the call has ended.Prior to their talks, Putin joked about its timing while on stage at a conference in Moscow. More

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      Canada’s new chief government whip moved to tears during swearing-in as Mark Carney’s cabinet member

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      Canada’s new chief government whip, Rechie Valdez, was moved to tears as she was sworn in on Friday (March 14) as part of prime minister Mark Carney’s new 24-member cabinet. Visibly emotional, Valdez tearfully declared: “ I will truly and faithfully and to the best of my skill and knowledge execute the powers and trusts reposed in me as Chief Government Whip.”Valdez, who had served as Minister of Small Business since 2023, was elected to the House of Commons in the 2021 federal election.As chief whip, she will monitor attendance, organise debate speaking lists, allocate members’ offices, and ensure the caucus is prepared for votes. More

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      Justin Trudeau takes final dig at Donald Trump in farewell speech as Canada’s prime minister

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      Justin Trudeau made a final dig at Donald Trump in his farewell speech as Canada’s prime minister.The 53-year-old, who will be replaced by former Bank of England boss Mark Carney, used his final speech at the Liberal Party conference on Sunday (9 March) to take aim at the US president over his controversial tariffs imposed on Canada.Mr Trudeau said: “Now as Canadians face from our neighbour an existential challenge and economic crisis, Canadians are showing what we are made off.”He added: “Standing up for everyone’s fundamental rights is the only way to protect our freedom.” More

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      Russian top diplomat Lavrov praises Trump on US president’s dealings with Ukraine

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      Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov has praised Donald Trump for his dealings with Ukraine after the US president’s Oval Office clash with Volodymyr Zelensky.Speaking on Saturday (1 March), Lavrov also brushed off talks of deploying peacekeepers in Ukraine without Moscow’s approval.Lavrov described European proposals to keep peacekeeping troops in Ukraine as “impudent,” adding that it would be impossible without Russia’s consent.He said: “Firstly, no one asks us, and Trump understands everything. He said that it is too early to say when there will be a settlement, you can discuss this issue, but the consent of the parties will be needed. He behaves correctly.” More

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      Watch live: Keir Starmer holds press conference after Ukraine crisis talks with European leaders

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      Your support helps us to tell the storyFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it’s investigating the financials of Elon Musk’s pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, ‘The A Word’, which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.Your support makes all the difference.Read moreWatch live as Sir Keir Starmer holds a press conference on Sunday (2 March) following Ukraine crisis talks with European leaders.Speaking at a summit in London to discuss ending Russia‘s war in Ukraine, Sir Keir said that getting a good outcome for Ukraine was “vital to the security of every nation here and many others too”.He was flanked by Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky and French leader Emmanuel Macron during the official photo to mark the start of talks.The Ukrainian leader was among more than a dozen leaders attending the meeting from a host of European nations, as well as Canada, Turkey and Nato. It was held at Lancaster House, a 200-year-old elegant mansion near Buckingham Palace.Mr Zelensky will also meet with King Charles later on Sunday, in what is being seen as a moment of royal solidarity with Ukraine.Sir Keir Starmer revealed earlier that he would present a peace plan to US president Donald Trump after a summit of European leaders in London today. More

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      Norway’s government breaks silence after major supplier says it will no longer refuel US Navy ships

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      Your support helps us to tell the storyFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it’s investigating the financials of Elon Musk’s pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, ‘The A Word’, which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.Your support makes all the difference.Read moreThe Norwegian government has moved to ease concerns regarding the refuelling of US Navy vessels after one company spoke out on social media, saying in the wake of Donald Trump’s showdown with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday, it would no longer supply American ships. “We have seen reports raising concerns about support for U.S. Navy vessels in Norway. This is not in line with the Norwegian government’s policy,” Norway’s Defence Minister Tore Sandvik said in a statement.”American forces will continue to receive the supply and support they require from Norway,” he added. Sandvik issued his statement after privately held Norwegian fuel supplier Haltbakk Bunkers said that it would stop supplying U.S. Navy ships in response to how Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy was treated at the White House on Friday.”Huge credit to the president of Ukraine restraining himself and for keeping calm even though USA put on a backstabbing TV show. It made us sick… No Fuel to Americans!,” the company said in a now deleted Facebook post.Haltbakk Bunkers CEO Gunnar Gran confirmed to Norwegian newspaper VG that the company made a decision not to supply the US military, but said the move would have a “symbolic” impact as it didn’t have a fixed contract.The Norweigian government regularly refuels US Navy vessels such as the USS Carl Vinson aircraft carrier, shown here More

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      Keir Starmer says he trusts Donald Trump as US president wants lasting peace in Ukraine

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      Sir Keir Starmer says he trusts Donald Trump and stated the US president wants lasting peace in Ukraine. The prime minister said he trusts both Trump and Ukraine President Volodymr Zelensky, when he appeared on BBC’s Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg today (2 March).His appearance follows an unprecedented clash between the US and Ukraine leader at the White House on Friday (28 February).Pressed on why he trusts the US President, he said: “Because I’ve spoken to him a number of times. I’ve got to know him. I’ve had extensive discussions with him and I believe his motivation is lasting peace.” More

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      Watch live: Keir Starmer hosts European leaders to discuss support for Ukraine after Zelensky-Trump clash

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      Your support helps us to tell the storyFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it’s investigating the financials of Elon Musk’s pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, ‘The A Word’, which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.Your support makes all the difference.Read moreWatch live as Sir Keir Starmer hosts European leaders today (2 March) to discuss support for the Ukraine following the unprecedented clash between Volodymyr Zelensky and Donald Trump.Sir Keir will gather European leaders in London on Sunday to forge a common position on ending the war in Ukraine.Mr Zelensky will join Sir Keir at the summit alongside the leaders of other European countries, before he heads off to meet the King.He travelled to the UK on Saturday after his Oval Office blowout with Trump which created a divide between the US and its European Nato partners.At Lancaster House, a mansion near Buckingham Palace, the Prime Minister is expected to urge the leaders of 18 European countries to follow the UK in answering the US’s calls to boost defence spending.Sir Keir told the BBC he is “working hard” to bring about three components of a lasting peace in Ukraine.While Trump’s America is the driving force behind brokering a peace with Russia, Sir Keir wants Europe to be ready to lead peacekeeping efforts should a deal be struck.A security guarantee from the Americans is the subject of “intense” discussion, Sir Keir said.The clash between Trump and Mr Zelensky in the Oval Office was broadcast around the world on Friday, in which the US president claimed his counterpart was “gambling with world war three”.It resulted in Ukraine’s president being kicked out of the White House and a deal to exchange mineral rights for further US military support was placed on ice. More