Trump reiterates support for united Ireland, says won't talk about Scotland 'yet'
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President Donald Trump on Sunday (September 13, 2026) reiterated his support for Northern Ireland breaking from the United Kingdom to unify with the Republic of Ireland, but said he would not talk about Scotland becoming independent “yet”.
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What happened
President Donald Trump on Sunday (September 13, 2026) reiterated his support for Northern Ireland breaking from the United Kingdom to unify with the Republic of Ireland, but said he would not talk about Scotland becoming independent “yet”.
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