Irish politician links Northern Ireland's status to Ukraine, calling it a "source of hurt" for Ireland.

Cathal Crowe, a Fianna Fáil TD, stated during a Dáil session marking the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine that Northern Ireland's existence is a "source of hurt" for Ireland, comparing it to the historical impact of the Anglo-Irish Treaty. Crowe emphasized Ireland's support for Ukraine's territorial integrity and noted that the Good Friday Agreement is a step towards Irish unification, highlighting ongoing issues with Northern Ireland's status.