The Chief of the Irish Defence Forces is facing discovery requests from a judge-led tribunal regarding alleged sex assault cases and a charge against a corporal, as part of an inquiry into abuse complaints.
A high-level meeting recently took place between senior security officials from Irish government departments, the Irish Defence Forces, and An Garda Síochána. The discussion focused on how foreign militaries assisting Ireland during its EU Presidency are permitted to act.
The Irish Defence Forces are at risk of running out of ammunition stocks, with sources indicating that arms manufacturers are prioritizing larger orders due to multiple ongoing wars globally.
A tribunal investigating historic allegations of sexual abuse within the Irish Defence Forces is facing a formidable task, with over 300 witnesses coming forward in connection with the 'Women of Honour' allegations.
An Irish Defence Forces team unexpectedly triumphed over US military teams in the armored-vehicle category of the Sullivan Cup, with a team member expressing surprise at their victory.
Over 300 members of the Irish Defence Forces are set to deploy to Lebanon next month, a move that signifies the end of an era for Irish peacekeepers in the country.
The Irish Defence Forces have deployed a new 'strategic reach' Air Corps plane for troop rotation in Lebanon, as civilian air traffic in the Middle East remains severely curtailed due to ongoing conflict.
The Chair of the External Oversight Body in the Irish Defence Forces has deemed the number of complaints regarding inappropriate behavior, including sexual and physical assaults, as 'highly unacceptable'.
The Italian Ambassador to Ireland, Nicola Faganello, organized the monthly meeting of EU member states' heads of mission in Dublin, hosting the Chief of Staff of the Irish Defence Forces at the European Commission’s office.
Two non-commissioned officers from the Irish Defence Forces have had their reputations publicly vindicated after settling defamation proceedings against the Minister for Defence, Ireland, and the Attorney General.
The Irish Defence Forces have launched two separate investigations into allegations of suicide and bullying involving an apprentice in 1991, following renewed scrutiny of historical incidents within the military.
Concerns have been raised by several officers within the Naval Service after the names of Defence Forces officers involved in sensitive operations were published online, potentially compromising their safety.
The Irish military is deploying artificial intelligence technology to compensate for resource and personnel shortages. AI is being used to detect threats to critical underwater cables and monitor Russian 'shadow-fleet' vessels.
Units of the Irish Defence Forces have been deployed at the Whitegate refinery, where a public order unit reportedly used pepper spray during an incident. New details are emerging regarding government supports related to the situation.
A Lieutenant Colonel warns that the 'deterrent capability' of the Irish Defence Forces will be severely compromised if the government fails to address the ongoing retention crisis, as analysis suggests personnel targets are years away.
The Irish government is expediting the acquisition of anti-drone technology and a mobile air traffic control tower to enhance security during upcoming EU presidency summits.
A tribunal heard that a former Defence Forces officer allegedly gave an apprentice an unwanted haircut and forced another to swallow a cigarette butt, with the officer later writing he did not wish to become a 'scapegoat' after an apprentice's suicide.
A witness at the Irish Defence Forces Tribunal, which is investigating allegations of sexual misconduct, bullying, and discrimination, has claimed he was placed in a tub of chemicals.
A tribunal investigating the Irish Defence Forces has heard evidence detailing shortcomings and deficiencies in the internal complaints process. The hearing is examining the effectiveness and fairness of the current system.
The Irish Defence Forces are developing a layered security system, including shotguns, helicopters, and 'airburst' ammunition, to guard against potential drone incursions during the upcoming EU presidency, drawing lessons from conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
PDFORRA, the representative body for non-commissioned ranks in the Irish Defence Forces, claims that recruitment remains static due to years of underinvestment, as its annual delegate conference begins.
The Defence Forces are resisting proposals for women-only officer appointments, with a diversity officer warning that while such measures could increase numbers, they might also lead to 'disharmony'.