From ‘polite’ pushback and ‘pained smiles’ to ‘awkward’ exchanges, how world media saw Taoiseach’s encounter with Donald TrumpMicheál Martin’s visit to White House overshadowed by US president’s comments on Iran and criticism of UK leaderTaoiseach Micheál Martin during the meeting with US president Donald Trump in the White House. Photo: GettyMaeve McTaggart Today at 06:30Taoiseach Micheál Martin’s meeting with US president Donald Trump has been largely overshadowed in the international press by Mr Trump’s comments on the Iran war and his criticism of the UK prime minister.

Source: Irish Independent March 18, 2026 22:49 UTC