Trump lifts Irish whiskey tariff and backs reunification, sparking diplomatic tension

Trump lifts Irish whiskey tariff and backs reunification, sparking diplomatic tension

President Donald Trump announced the elimination of the 10 % U. S. tariff on Irish whiskey and said he would like to see the island unified during the Irish Open ceremony, prompting diplomatic friction with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin and raising concerns among unionist communities.

The remarks followed weeks of planned demonstrations in Dublin and Shannon organized by activist groups. A poll showed 69 % of Irish respondents opposed the trip, citing his perceived support for Israel. Trump arrived in Dublin on September 12, met senior Irish officials and the president before traveling to the Doonbeg golf resort for the tournament.

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Trump's Irish golf trip turns into a diplomatic headache
Trump's Irish golf trip turns into a diplomatic headache

Salon.com • 15 sept. 10h30

During a two-day visit to Ireland for the Irish Open, President Donald Trump said he would like to see the island unified, prompting a diplomatic stir with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin and raising concerns among unionist communities.

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Trump says he's lifting 10% tariff on Irish whiskey because 'everybody's been bugging me'
Trump says he's lifting 10% tariff on Irish whiskey because 'everybody's been bugging me'

PBS • 14 sept. 11h43

U.S. President Donald Trump said he will eliminate the 10% tariff on Irish whiskey, a move announced during the Irish Open golf tournament.

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13 septembre 2026
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Trump announces end of US tariffs on Irish whiskey
Trump announces end of US tariffs on Irish whiskey

Fox Business • 13 sept. 17h53

President Donald Trump announced the removal of U.S. tariffs on Irish whiskey while speaking at the Irish Open in Doonbeg, Ireland, and also expressed support for Irish unification.

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12 septembre 2026
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Trump says a unified Ireland would be ‘fantastic’ during Irish visit
Trump says a unified Ireland would be ‘fantastic’ during Irish visit

Al Jazeera • 12 sept. 14h24

U.S. President Donald Trump said a united Ireland would be "fantastic" while in Dublin, prompting a reaffirmation from British Prime Minister Andy Burnham that a referendum on Northern Ireland's status is not currently supported.

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Trump says he would "love" a unified Ireland, as he kicks off visit that mixes diplomacy and golf
Trump says he would "love" a unified Ireland, as he kicks off visit that mixes diplomacy and golf

CBS News • 12 sept. 11h33

U.S. President Donald Trump began a trip to Ireland, holding talks with Irish officials and planning to attend the Irish Open at his Doonbeg golf resort.

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Trump meets Ireland's leaders before heading to his golf club in Doonbeg
Trump meets Ireland's leaders before heading to his golf club in Doonbeg

NPR • 12 sept. 10h55

U.S. President Donald Trump held talks with Ireland's president and prime minister in Dublin before traveling to his Doonbeg golf resort to watch the Irish Open, with trade and bilateral relations on the agenda.

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President Trump arrives in Dublin to meet Ireland’s leaders before attending golf tournament
President Trump arrives in Dublin to meet Ireland’s leaders before attending golf tournament

CNN • 12 sept. 07h59

Donald Trump arrived in Ireland on Saturday, meeting senior officials before traveling to his Doonbeg golf course for the Irish Open, while protests are expected in Dublin and nearby locations.

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11 septembre 2026
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‘Majority do not welcome him’: Trump heads to Ireland amid fury over Gaza
‘Majority do not welcome him’: Trump heads to Ireland amid fury over Gaza

Al Jazeera • 11 sept. 14h13

A poll shows 69% of Irish respondents oppose Donald Trump's upcoming trip, and multiple groups plan demonstrations over his perceived support for Israel's actions in Gaza.

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Trump Gets Brutal Welcome Before He’s Even Arrived on Golf Trip
Trump Gets Brutal Welcome Before He’s Even Arrived on Golf Trip

The Daily Beast • 10 sept. 16h23

Various activist groups and members of the public are organizing demonstrations in Dublin and Shannon as President Donald Trump arrives in Ireland for a brief political meeting and a golf tournament.

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