Barry Cowen says he's hopeful the US continues to support and defend Ukraine.
EU leaders have to wait to see if Donald Trump will give less support to Ukraine in its war against Russia.
They've discussed the impact of his win in the US Presidential election.
The Taoiseach Simon Harris was among those gathered for a summit in Budapest yesterday.
Midlands North West MEP Barry Cowen says European Leaders will press the need for Trump to help Ukraine:
Offaly Community Organisations Awarded BnM Funding
Projects in Daingean and Walsh Island are included.
Former Army Ranger Praises Public Defence Forces Training
The army's Elite Ranger Wing carried out training in a Kildare shopping centre.
RNLI Christmas Pop Up Shop Takes Place This Weekend
The Lough Ree station is hosting the pop up this Sunday.
Midlands Prison Ranks Top Two For Serious Complaints
10 complaints of a serious nature were filed, according to an annual prisons report.
High Court Quashes Lissywollen Ministerial Order
Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan responds to today's judgement.
Solicitor For Westmeath Family Says High Court Action Added To Trauma
The family of Maria Fitzpatrick have reached a settlement in the High Court.
Father Who Raped And Threatened To Kill Daughter Jailed For 12 years
The 51 year old man was found guilty of five sample counts between 2012 and 2020.
Country Music Night To Take Place In Laois
The event takes place in Durrow on Saturday evening.
Offaly Driving Instructor Criticises New Learner Driver Rules
More than 64,000 learner drivers currently hold a third permit.
Offaly Community Groups Receive Over €164k In Funding From Bord na Móna
Organisations are receiving funding through the 2025 Mountlucas Community Gains Scheme.
Mental Health Charity Highlight Tips For Stress Awareness Week
This years theme focuses on employee wellbeing.
Family Of Joe Drennan Express Relief At Extended Sentence For His Killer
Kieran Fogarty will now serve 13 years in prison.
Midlands MEP Urges Tougher Stance On EU Nitrates Deal
Barry Cowen wants action from the government.
Midlands Prisons Linked To One In Three Inmate Deaths
The Irish Penal Reform Trust is urging immediate intervention.
Laois Councillor Calls For Livestreaming Of Meetings
Multiple Laois Councillors are in support of this motion.
Two Men Charged After Cross Border Terrorism Investigation In Laois
The men in their 30s and 40s will appear before Portlaoise District Court this morning.
Sentence Increased For Driver Who Killed Laois Student In Hit And Run
Joe Drennan was killed in October 2023 in Limerick.
HSE Warns Poultry Farmers To Get Flu Shot Amid Bird Flu Cases
Bird flu has been found in turkey flocks in Carlow and Meath.
Westmeath Farmers Encouraged To Attend Election Debate
Maurice Brady will come up against Kevin Sweeney in Mullingar on Tuesday.
Midlands Workers In Line For Possible Revenue Refunds
People are being encouraged to review their tax.
