GP examining soldier inappropriately exposed one of her breasts, inquiry told – The Irish Times
A doctor examining a female officer in the Defence Forces inappropriately exposed one of her breasts during the…
Ireland’s navy needs backing, not bureaucracy
The National Maritime Security Strategy 2026-2030 represents a necessary pivot for a state whose economic and digital lifeblood…
Government warns 20,000 Irish citizens in Middle East against perilous land escape routes
The estimated 20,000 Irish people in the Middle East are being urged against taking perilous land journeys to…
Maritime security strategy aims to restore sight to Ireland’s ‘seablindness’
Ireland’s first ever maritime security strategy is receiving a general welcome from various defence and security experts. They…
Growing calls for Ireland to set up an EU presidency security task force
There are mounting calls on the Government to set up an operational task force — comprising gardaí, Defence…
Ireland should avail of EU loans for defence if scheme reopens, says Harris – The Irish Times
Ireland should avail of loans available from the European Commission to purchase military equipment if the opportunity arises…
Defence Forces Ombudsman does not have power to investigate case of commandant denied promotion
The Defence Forces Ombudsman has concluded that he does not have the power to investigate the case of…
Government may fast-track citizenship for military personnel – The Irish Times
The Government is examining plans to fast-track citizenship for immigrants who complete military service in Ireland. Sources say…
Revised defence plan deadlines to be brought to Cabinet tomorrow as some projects pushed back
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Ireland found in breach of European treaty over lack of Defence Forces overtime – The Irish Times
A finding against the Irish Government for not paying members of the Defence Forces premiums for public holidays…
Defence Forces condemns Israeli chemical drop in southern Lebanon – The Irish Times
The Defence Forces has condemned an aerial drop of unidentified chemicals by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) over…
Ireland is buying defence capability, without confronting what that actually requires
Ireland is now exporting its distinctive military culture into the European defence conversation. In a recent interview, General…