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Ireland faces a triple energy challenge — the Government plans an “appropriate intervention” to tackle rising fuel costs, oil prices spike after gas field attacks in Iran and Qatar, and debate grows over whether to buy US liquified natural gas to keep American tech firms satisfied.

Guest presenter Shane Coleman is joined by:
Martin Daly TD, Fianna Fáil
Richard Boyd Barrett TD, People Before Profit-Solidarity
Dr. Emma Howard, Lecturer in Economics TU Dublin
Larry Donnelly, Lawyer and Political Columnist
Richard Chambers, News Correspondent, Virgin Media News
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The International Energy Agency has agreed the largest release of oil reserves in history, while the EU is considering measures to subsidise gas prices. Yet oil continues to climb as the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked and Tehran threatens prices of up to $200 a barrel while targeting tankers. So how bad could the economic fallout become - and should the government cut energy taxes and suspend the carbon tax to protect Irish consumers?

Plus, as the Taoiseach prepares to travel to Washington, reports suggest he is bringing a promise of $6.1 billion in investment to the Oval Office. But with tensions escalating globally, could Ireland’s foreign direct investment advantage face new risks?

Guest presenter Shane Coleman is joined by:

Naoise Ó Cearúil TD, Fianna Fail
Sorca Clarke TD, Sinn Féin
Aidan Regan, Professor of Political Economy, UCD
Kevin Doyle, Group Head of News, Irish Independent
Sean Bell, Military Analyst

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The panel discussed rising energy costs and calls for government intervention as concerns grow over fuel affordability.

The panel also examined the escalating Iran war and the potential consequences for global oil supply and the wider economy.

We also looked at the political implications at home, including whether President Connolly’s criticism of the conflict could add pressure on the Taoiseach ahead of his upcoming visit to the White House.

Guest presenter Shane Coleman is joined by:

Louise Burne - Political Correspondent, Irish Examiner
James Geoghegan - Fine Gael TD
Michael Fitzmaurice - Independent Ireland TD
Dr. Oliver Browne - Lecturer in Accounting, University College Cork
Ger Hyland - President, Irish Road Haulage Association
Katy Balls, Washington Editor, The Times
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A first flight brings hope for Irish citizens stranded in the Middle East, but questions remain on how quickly everyone will return.

Plus, rising oil and fuel costs, cost-of-living pressures, and the potential impact on inflation and food prices.

Guest presenter Shane Coleman is joined by:
Albert Dolan TD, Fianna Fáil
Matt Carthy TD, Sinn Féin
Claire Scott, Political Correspondent, The Sunday Times Ireland
Hannah Murphy, Reporter Virgin Media News at Dublin Airport
Barra Roantree, Assistant Professor of Economics at Trinity College Dublin
Tara Kangarlou, Global Affairs Journalist

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The Middle East conflict is intensifying, with Iran targeting oil-producing neighbours and global markets rattled.

The #TonightVMTV panel discuss Trump’s five-week timeline, the EU’s stance, Ireland’s position ahead of Micheál Martin’s White House visit, and the impact of doubling gas prices on Irish consumers – including questions around potential price gouging and government intervention.

Guest presenter Shane Coleman is joined by:
Neale Richmond TD, Minister of State
Sinead Gibney TD, Social Democrats
Scott Lucas, Professor of International Politics at the Clinton Institute, UCD
Secunder Kermani, Foreign Affairs Correspondent in Tel Aviv
Prof Aoife Foley, Chair of Net Zero Infrastructure, University of Manchester

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