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Bertie Ahern Clarifies Immigration Stance After Controversial Remarks

Former Irish Taoiseach Bertie Ahern faced criticism for controversial comments about immigration, specifically mentioning 'Africans.' He subsequently clarified his position, stating he has no problem with asylum seekers.

13 May, 09:53 — 13 May, 23:41
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BBCHigh11h ago

Ex-Irish PM Ahern clarifies immigration stance after 'I worry about Africans' recording

Bertie Ahern says he did not know he was being recorded after a video emerged of him discussing African and Muslim immigrants into Ireland.

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual11h ago

Telugu actor Rajeev Kanakala clarifies controversial school event remarks

Actor Rajeev Kanakala clarified his presence at a controversial school event, stating his sole intention was to motivate students and interact with parents. He admitted to being unaware of allegations against the school prior to attending. Kanakala advised parents to verify school credentials independently and requested organizers not to use his image for promotion, earning praise for his transparent approach.

By TOI ENTERTAINMENT DESK

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rte-newsMostly Factual15h ago

Ahern has 'no problem' with asylum seekers amid criticism

Former taoiseach Bertie Ahern has said he has "no problem with people who come to Ireland through the visa and asylum systems" after he was criticised for making "vile and odious" comments on immigration in a video circulating on social media.

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the-journal1h ago

Social Democrats' byelection candidate slams Bertie Ahern's immigration comments as 'vile'

On the campaign trail in Dublin 7, Social Democrats byelection candidate talks Bertie, his previous work and immigration.

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myjoyonlineMixed7h ago

Ex-Irish PM Ahern clarifies immigration stance after ‘I worry about Africans’ recording

Former taoiseach (Irish prime minister) Bertie Ahern has said he has no issue with people who come to Ireland "through the visa and asylum systems" after facing criticism over comments he made on immigration in a video.

By Emmanuel Tetteh

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