Trumps says Irish reunification would be "fantastic"

US President Donald Trump has expressed support for a united Ireland, stating that it would be "a fantastic thing". During a meeting with Ireland's Prime Minister Micheal Martin in Dublin, Trump suggested that reunification could happen soon, saying "the way I look at it, it's going to happen eventually. It may as well happen now." However, he also noted that the UK would have a say in the matter.

The island of Ireland has been divided between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, which is part of the UK, since 1921. According to the 1998 Good Friday Agreement, a referendum on reunification could be held if a majority in Northern Ireland favours it. Both the people of Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland would have to vote in favour for reunification to occur.

Trump's comments on Irish reunification came during a two-day visit to Ireland, which has raised questions about the blurring of lines between his presidency and personal business interests. Trump and his sons attended the Irish Open golf tournament, held on a Trump Organization course.

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