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Nearly all minority Fine Gael candidates targeted by racist abuse and threats

Centrist party says political discourse has hit ‘serious low’ as intimidation of politicians rockets before elections

The Guardian - UK

‘Feeling of fear and hatred’: immigration dominates agenda as Ireland votes in local and EU polls

Elections pit mainstream parties against far-right newcomers amid hardening public mood on asylum policy

The Guardian - UK

Simon Harris Becomes Youngest Prime Minister Of Ireland

Simon Harris, the youngest-ever Irish prime minister, faces challenges and controversies as he leads Fine Gael through a critical period.

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"Looking forward to work together": PM Modi congratulates Simon Harris on becoming Ireland's youngest PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday congratulated Simon Harris on becoming Ireland's youngest PM. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Simon Harris pledges 'new ideas, energy' after becoming Ireland's youngest PM

Lawmaker Simon Harris was elected Ireland's prime minister by a vote in parliament Tuesday, becoming at 37 the country’s youngest-ever leader.

France 24

Simon Harris pledges ‘new energy’ after becoming Ireland’s youngest taoiseach

Leader receives seal of office, marking low-key end of Varadkar era and start of unofficial countdown to election

The Guardian - UK

Simon Harris becomes Ireland’s youngest-ever prime minister

The 37-year-old replaces Leo Varadkar, who said he was quitting as party leader and PM for personal, political reasons.

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Dáil confirms Simon Harris as Ireland’s new taoiseach – as it happened

So-called ‘TikTok taoiseach’ will become Ireland’s youngest ever leader when he is formally appointed by the president

The Guardian - UK

Irish Parliament To Confirm Simon Harris As New PM

Simon Harris will be formally appointed as Ireland's prime minister by parliament on Tuesday, replacing Leo Varadkar after he abruptly quit last month citing personal and political reasons.

International Business Times

‘Always in a hurry’: the rapid rise of Simon Harris, Ireland’s ‘TikTok taoiseach’

A ‘meticulous door knocker’ as a councillor in 2009, 37-year-old is now poised to become Ireland’s youngest PM

The Guardian - UK

Simon Harris Named Fine Gael Leader, Set To Become Taoiseach

Simon Harris named new leader of Fine Gael, set to become youngest Taoiseach in Irish history at 37, succeeding Leo Varadkar.

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Simon Harris To Become Ireland's Youngest Premier

Simon Harris set to become Ireland's youngest premier succeeding Varadkar, known for progressive policies and Brexit leadership.

The Guardian - UK

Simon Harris to become Ireland’s youngest prime minister

Higher education minister will become taoiseach in April after shock resignation of Leo Varadkar

The Guardian - UK

Shy, complex and a political outsider: Leo Varadkar confounded the Brexiters – and everyone else

He lacked the gifts to succeed in the bearpit of Irish politics, yet did. And he escapes the battle that looms for his successor, says journalist Tommie Gorman

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The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Leo Varadkar: he stood firm against Brexit’s threat

Editorial: Ireland’s taoiseach resigned because his political touch is weakening. But he deserves Britain’s gratitude

The Guardian - UK

Simon Harris confirms he will run for Irish PM as party rushes to back him

Nearly half of Fine Gael parliamentary party endorses 37-year-old as string of potential rivals rule themselves out

Al Jazeera

Why has Leo Varadkar suddenly resigned as Irish prime minister?

A disastrous referendum result on modernising definitions of ‘family’ and women’s roles was a major factor.

International Business Times

Irish PM Resignation: What Happens Next?

Leo Varadkar's announcement that he is stepping down as Ireland's prime minister has triggered a leadership contest in his Fine Gael party.

International Business Times

Varadkar: Harsh Political Reality Brings Down 'Zeitgeist' Irish Leader

Mixed-race and openly gay, Leo Varadkar captured the spirit of a liberalising Ireland when he became prime minister at just 38 years old, but shifting sentiments and disastrous recent referendums have ended his dream.

The Guardian - UK

Leo Varadkar: Irish leader caps off legacy of firsts with shock departure

First gay taoiseach, who won social-reform victories and proved wily amid Brexit, faced uncertain future

International Business Times

Irish PM Leo Varadkar Announces Shock Resignation

Leo Varadkar on Wednesday announced that he was stepping down as Ireland's prime minister and leader of the Fine Gael party in the governing coalition, citing "personal and political" reasons.

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