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Taosieach expects briefing on drone sighting before Trump visit

Procurement of offshore counter-drone technology is being pursued, the Irish premier said, after a large drone was reported off Ireland’s east coast.

Evening Standard

Ireland takes over EU presidency with French naval help on security

Ireland takes over the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union on Wednesday with French and British military assets expected to help protect a six-month programme of high-level meetings, as Dublin prepares for what security officials describe as an unusually demanding operation.

Radio France Internationale

Outgoing CDS General Anil Chauhan receives ceremonial Guard of Honour in National Capital as tenure ends

General Anil Chauhan received a ceremonial Guard of Honour. This marked the end of his tenure as Chief of Defence Staff. He played a key role in integrating the three services. General Chauhan also released the Joint Air Defence Doctrine. He launched the Tri-Services Tele Directory Web Application. His tenure…

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What is behind Ireland’s fuel protests?

With the nationwide fuel protests entering a fourth day on Friday, here is an explanation of some of the key points.

Evening Standard

Irish fuel protests causing ‘serious concern’ for emergency services

Protesters say they will continue their action until they receive engagement from Government or are physically removed.

Evening Standard

Irish army called to remove vehicles blocking depots during fuel protests

The Taoiseach said ‘the Government had to act’ once fuel depots were blocked.

Evening Standard

Minister’s Lebanon trip cancelled after concerns from Defence Forces

But the cancellation presented an opportunity the Defence Forces was able to exploit to pull off its first personnel rotation in a conflict zone.

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Pro-Palestine activists charged after spraying US military plane with paint at Irish airport

The protesters sprayed the plane with green paint, a court heard at a special sitting of Ennis District Court on Sunday

The Independent UK

Jim Gavin drops out of Irish presidential race after ‘mistake’

Fianna Fail leader Micheal Martin said Mr Gavin made the correct decision.

Evening Standard

Man arrested on suspicion of farmer Mike Gaine’s murder continues to be held

Members of the Defence Forces were seen searching farmland by hand on Monday.

Evening Standard

Teenager who stabbed army chaplain to be sentenced for attempted murder

Fr Paul Murphy told the court earlier this month that he forgave his attacker, before hugging him.

Evening Standard

Army chaplain hugs teenage boy who pleaded guilty to his attempted murder

An Irish army chaplain who was stabbed by a teenager has hugged the boy who pleaded guilty to his attempted murder in court.

Evening Standard

Priest hugs teenage boy who stabbed him seven times and offers forgiveness

Fr Paul Murphy said he can remember every gory detail of the attempted murder

The Independent UK

Ireland increases aid to Lebanon

Ireland will double its local community funding in Lebanon, the country’s deputy premier has announced.

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In Pictures: Pints and parades as revellers say ‘slainte’ to St Patrick

The patron saint of Ireland is celebrated on March 17.

The Independent UK

Financial support to come for those counting cost of Storm Eowyn

Minister for Housing James Browne said the government is considering what supports are needed by affected families and businesses.

Evening Standard

‘We’ve upped the ante of our training’ – Irish troops prepare for Lebanon duty

A commanding officer of the peacekeeping battalion said that amid the escalating conflict in Lebanon, troops ‘will look after each other’.

The Independent UK

Elite Irish army unit storms cargo ship suspected of drug trafficking

State agencies said a ‘significant quantity’ of suspected drugs were found on board the cargo ship.

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How Goguloth Mamatha found her calling in softball

Talented Mamatha, 11, from Telangana selected for Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. She was fascinated by softball when she first heard of it in school and has since improved her skills and techniques. She has represented Telangana in four Senior Nationals and was named 'best catcher' several times. She is…

Dublin Live

Irish Air Corps welcomes first new 'state of the art' maritime patrol plane at Baldonnel

The C295 can operate day and night in all weather extremes and can be used for medical evacuation and more

Dublin Live

The truth about UFOs is out there - but no one knows who to report it to in Ireland

FOI documents reveal baffled civil servants were unable to assign a sighting made in Kilcock, Co Kildare, as they couldn’t figure out whose remit alien activity is

Irish Mirror

Irish soldiers in Lebanon targeted again, just months after murder of Private Sean Rooney

The Irish Mirror has confirmed that an Irish UN jeep from the unit that replaced slain Pte Rooney’s battalion last month was surrounded by an angry crowd for more than an hour

Irish Mirror

What is the Government's Consultative Forum on International Security Policy?

There has been a lot of talk in recent weeks about the Government's decision to hold a Consultative Forum on International Security Policy

Irish Mirror

Politician calls for free public transport for gardai and soldiers - to tackle anti-social behaviour

Senator Aidan Davitt said the move would also take thousands of cars out of cities and towns nationwide

Irish Mirror

Members of Defence Forces 'despondent' after report finds evidence of bullying in organisation

Gerard Guinan, who is the General Secretary of PDFORRA, was speaking ahead of their annual delegate conference in Trim.

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