Grounded in Russia, settled in Dublin: Irish aircraft lessors close in on claims

With billions of euro in aircraft stranded in post-invasion Russia, Dublin’s High Court has become the global battleground for aviation finance. The settlements mark a key moment for Ireland’s world-leading leasing sector — and a warning shot for future geopolitical risk Boeing 737-800 Pobeda Airlines at Pulkovo Airport (Saint Petersburg) in 2021 (image by Refrescool on … [Read more...] about Grounded in Russia, settled in Dublin: Irish aircraft lessors close in on claims

A MAN arrested in Northern Ireland on Friday is due in court today in connection with the fatal shooting of a man in Durham recently. A warrant was issued for Sean Reay, 29, of Stanley, following the death of Barry Dawson in the town last weekend. Mr Dawson, 60, was shot through the window of his home at around 5.20pm on Saturday, April 5 and despite the best efforts of … [Read more...] about Man arrested in Northern Ireland due in court over fatal shooting in Durham

POLICE officers in London came up with an unconventional way to snare a gang behind illegal gambling, by dressing up as caped superhero duo Batman and Robin. With local Metropolitan Police officers becoming so well known to the offenders, the force opted for the unique approach to tackle the influx of illegal gambling on Westminster Bridge. As a result, two men have been … [Read more...] about Police in London dress as Batman and Robin to snare gang behind illegal gambling

TÁNAISTE Simon Harris has condemned a Russian military attack on the Ukrainian city of Sumy that left 32 people dead and dozens more injured. Two children are among those killed in the attack, which happened at around 10.15am local time in the north-eastern city around 15 miles from the border with Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has now called on other countries … [Read more...] about Tánaiste condemns ‘cowardly’ Russian missile attack on Ukraine that has left 32 dead

SINN FÉIN MP Paul Maskey has backed calls for Casement Park to finally be redeveloped following a protest march in support of the project. The MP for West Belfast has called on the British Government to clarify what funding is available for the project after backing out of financing it in time for Euro 2028. Mr Maskey was speaking after a march organised by South Antrim GAA … [Read more...] about MP backs calls for Casement Park redevelopment following Belfast march