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THE IRISH TIMES

Tuesday, 03 March, 2026

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Middle East

US and Israel continue assault on Iran as war spreads across the Gulf

Hundreds reportedly killed across region as Donald Trump says military operations could last ‘four to five weeks’

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Politics

Irish citizens in UAE could be bussed to Oman if Dubai and Abu Dhabi flights remain restricted

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Dublin

Cycling in Dublin for commuting rises 50% as most residents back more bike lanes

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Ireland

Adults aged under 35 and women most enthusiastic about learning Irish language, survey finds

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Opinion

Fintan O'Toole: Ireland has spent the last 70 years unsuccessfully trying to dethrone King Cattle

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Europe

Merz abandons Germany’s moral certainties as he aligns with Trump on Iran

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Soccer

Katie McCabe: ‘We know it’s not right on a human level what’s going on in Gaza’

Ireland captain outlined discussion with FAI CEO over men’s team’s fixtures against Israel

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Rugby

Six Nations takes on retro feel as Ireland aim to set up Triple Crown decider

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Early Edition Podcast

US strikes continue in Iran, microchipped dogs, and Irish language revival

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Your Wellness

Surviving sexual abuse: Hearing my case would not proceed broke me all over again

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Education

‘We bring it back to basics’: The home visitors helping parents discover the power of play

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Politics

Government to deploy defence attaches to embassies to boost military co-operation

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How Trinity College Dublin is supporting Ireland’s SMEs to success

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