Catherine Connolly, an independent left-wing candidate, won the presidential elections in Ireland with 63% of the votes, thus becoming the 10th president of the country.

Catherine Connolly, at the age of 68, won the presidential elections in Ireland with a landslide victory, obtaining 63% of the first preference votes. Connolly, who will become the 10th president of Ireland and the third woman in this position, promised to promote diversity and to be a voice for peace, emphasizing the country's policy of neutrality. She criticized the militarization of the European Union and had the support of left-wing parties, including Sinn Féin and the Labour Party.

Prime Minister Micheál Martin congratulated her on her victory, and the leader of the Labour Party stated that the result reflects a desire for change in Irish politics. Although the president has a largely ceremonial role, Connolly will succeed Michael D. Higgins, who has held the position since 2011. The elections were marked by a significant number of spoiled ballots, raising questions about voter dissatisfaction with the political system. Approximately 46% of voters turned out to the polls, and officials will consider the possibility of changing the nomination threshold for future elections.