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Minister for Defence Helen McEntee has confirmed the approval of the next phase of Ireland's Military Radar Programme, involving a plan to purchase military radar systems from France worth over €300 million.
Irish Minister Helen McEntee is seeking to include the Defence Forces in the EU victims' rights directive, aiming for greater accountability following claims of abuse by an officer and a lack of information.
Fionnán Sheahan suggests that Helen McEntee could feign enthusiasm about Ireland's union, noting that Ireland has become more aloof from the rest of Europe since Brexit rather than more integrated.
Irish Justice Minister Helen McEntee insists that the removal of the Triple Lock mechanism will not impact the country's neutrality, as the Taoiseach defers the bill until autumn following calls for 'reflection' from Fianna Fáil backbenchers.
EU foreign affairs ministers are set to discuss imposing travel bans on Israeli ministers, with Ireland's Minister for Justice Helen McEntee pushing for broader EU trade sanctions.
Minister for Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee informed the Dáil that the Occupied Territories Bill is expected to contribute positively to upholding international law.
Irish Foreign Minister Helen McEntee confirmed that Ireland is proceeding with legislation aimed at prohibiting trade in goods produced in Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank.
Irish Minister Helen McEntee has been called "tone-deaf" by Sinn Féin TD Pearse Doherty after she defended the expenditure of €127,000 on a bike shed at a Kerry hospital.
European Union foreign ministers have rejected a proposal to suspend the bloc's association agreement with Israel, with Germany and Italy notably blocking the bid. This decision highlights internal divisions within the EU regarding its relationship with Israel.
An Indonesian peacekeeper serving with a U.N. mission in southern Lebanon has been killed by Israeli fire, raising fresh concerns over the safety of international forces and prompting calls for an urgent UN Security Council meeting.
Helen McEntee said we can “fixate” on the way in which something has been said, or we can focus on what the message is.
Irish citizens in the Middle East have been urged to “shelter in place” by Foreign Affairs Minister Helen McEntee.
Justice Minister Helen McEntee was questioned about Ireland's lack of security agreements with other countries ahead of its upcoming EU Council Presidency.
Minister for Defence Helen McEntee has launched Ireland's inaugural National Maritime Security Strategy, designed to protect Irish sovereignty and enhance naval cooperation with France and the UK.
Irish Minister of Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee has pledged ongoing engagement with hauliers after protesters threatened the country's EU Presidency.
Irish Minister Helen McEntee has stated that EU action regarding Israel needs to 'go further' than merely banning goods from illegal settlements, suggesting a need for more comprehensive measures.
Minister for Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee will travel to the gulf region this morning for meetings in Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE, likely to focus on the recent Strait of Hormuz crisis and Irish…
Irish Minister for Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee stated that there is 'no ambiguity' regarding the agreed-upon reforms to the Triple Lock mechanism as outlined in the Programme for Government.
Minister for Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee announced that the government's investigation into the Aughinish Alumina refinery is expected to conclude within weeks.
Helen McEntee, a government minister, stated that the government is doing 'what is possible' as she introduced a 'watered-down' version of the Occupied Territories Bill.
Iran has accused the United States of a 'flagrant violation' of a ceasefire following new US defensive airstrikes in southern Iran. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio commented on the situation.
An international aid flotilla attempting to reach Gaza was intercepted by Israeli forces, leading to over 100 activists being taken to Crete. Most activists were subsequently released and began repatriation, while some were held for questioning.
Irish Justice Minister Helen McEntee accused Independent Ireland TDs of misogyny and 'barking down' female colleagues in Dáil Éireann. This led to the Social Democrats lodging a formal complaint regarding the alleged behavior.
Minister Helen McEntee has advised the public, especially parents applying for children's first passports, to check their passport validity before booking summer holidays due to a minimum 20-working day wait for online applications.
Minister for Defence and Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee presented urgent proposals to Cabinet to amend the Defence Act, which would allow Defence Forces to board 'Shadow Fleet' vessels.
Minister for Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee has called on the estimated 20,000 Irish citizens in Gulf states to shelter in place and avoid trying to leave via land routes amid ongoing instability.
Justice Minister Helen McEntee was questioned regarding Ireland's lack of security agreements with other countries in preparation for the country taking over the Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
Ireland's Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence, Helen McEntee, is set to seek government approval for a new national maritime security strategy.
Ireland's Minister for Justice, Helen McEntee, has stated that the withdrawal of services by some criminal legal aid solicitors, which led to thousands of case adjournments, is not justified amidst a dispute over a new payment model.
Helen McEntee is traveling to Saudi Arabia and the UAE for a diplomatic trip, where she will meet with foreign ministers. This visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations and discuss various international issues.
Ukraine declined an Irish donation of armored vehicles, citing the technology as too 'old.' Minister for Defence Helen McEntee denied that this constituted an embarrassing rejection.
Macedonian Minister Mucunski is on a working visit to Dublin, Ireland, where he will meet with Irish Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence, Helen McEntee, to discuss bilateral relations and Ireland's upcoming EU presidency.
The European Commissioner for Enlargement, responsible for Ukraine's membership bid, is visiting Ireland today to meet with Minister Helen McEntee.
Ireland's Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Helen McEntee, is attending an OECD meeting in Paris. The agenda for the meeting includes discussions on competitiveness, innovation, and economic resilience.
Ireland's Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Helen McEntee, is set to present legislation to the Cabinet proposing a ban on the import of goods originating from Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories.
Irish Justice Minister Helen McEntee stated she received a "clear commitment" from the UK government to advance legacy legislation concerning Northern Ireland. Both governments acknowledge progress but emphasize the need to maintain momentum on the issue.
Irish Minister for Justice Helen McEntee expressed openness to engaging with Ukraine to learn lessons on drone defense, as The Journal reports from Kyiv on the ongoing Ukrainian War.
Irish Minister Helen McEntee has called for de-escalation to create space for dialogue, stating that 'we are at a dangerous moment' and action is needed to prevent a deeper crisis.
Ireland's Minister for Defence and Foreign Affairs, Helen McEntee, is set to propose to cabinet the establishment of a network of defense attachés, sending military officers to the US, Britain, and France for the first time.
Minister for Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee has she is deeply concerned after the US and Israel launched what she called "profoundly unhelpful" military strikes on Iran today.
Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence Helen McEntee stated that Ireland has not yet established security arrangements with other countries in preparation for taking on the EU Presidency in July.