# Ryanair CEO Apologizes for Rape Joke | Dublin News

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Published: 2026-09-18T23:50:08+00:00
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Ryanair CEO Michael OLeary sparked global outrage after comparing rival airlines to “rapists” to justify his company’s low fares — a remark he initially defended as not trivializing rape. Facing mounting criticism from politicians, victim advocates, and the public, including a direct call for an apology from the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre, O’Leary issued a heartfelt video apology, acknowledging his “careless” language caused real harm and promising never to repeat it — even as he reaffirmed his belief that rape is a horrific crime. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2026/09/18/ryanair-chief-michael-oleary-apologises-over-describing-competitors-as-rapists/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2c411b07ee09b5a8 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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