Angela Merkel is the latest world leader to criticise Donald Trump's ban on citizens from seven Muslim-majority countries entering the US.
Angela Merkel is the latest world leader to criticise Donald Trump's ban on citizens from seven Muslim-majority countries entering the US.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs has issued a statement, saying he shares the concerns of other EU partners.
The German Chancellor said today the ban isn't justified, and puts people of a particular origin or faith "under general suspicion".
And a spokesperson for the British Prime Minister Theresa May says she doesn't agree with the order.
Meanwhile In a statement this afternoon the Foreign Affairs Minster says US immigration policy is a matter for the US authorities.
But he says the ban could have far-reaching implications
Minister Charlie Flanagan says many people are feeling great concern about these changes including some Irish citizens in the United States.
He says Irish diplomatic staff and the government will continue to monitor developments in this area very closely.
Meanwhile, the Green party has called on the Taoiseach to postpone this year's St Patrick's Day visit to the Whitehouse, in protest at President Trump's action.
