News - Defence Forces

Local political reaction as Iran attacked for a third day

The conflict has expanded, with Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon trading fire.

Mar 2, 2026 13:36

Members of the 127th Infantry Battalion were reviewed by Tánaiste Simon Harris at Custume Barracks in Athlone today.

Oct 31, 2025 13:32

This has raised concerns about the role of European defence forces in the case of an escalation in the war.

Mar 3, 2025 13:11

Emergency services attended the scene immediately and a thorough search was conducted.

Jan 12, 2025 13:32

It's rising from 60 to 62 for those working as Gardaí or prison officers.

Mar 5, 2024 17:10

The 'Triple Lock' requires deployments to have government, Dáil and UN approval before they can be progressed.

Nov 23, 2023 13:32

The multi-agency operation off the Cork coast involved members of the Army Ranger Wing and the Air Corps.

Oct 3, 2023 10:34

It follows the aggressive targeting of politicians as they arrived and left the Dail last week.

Sep 29, 2023 07:45

It also highlighted several cases of alleged sexual assault and an oppressive environment for women.

Sep 26, 2023 11:20

The lack of staffing also raises questions about what will happen to two new Naval ships recently bought from the New Zealand navy.

Aug 24, 2023 09:56

Just one out of the region's four military barracks is currently active, with facilities in Longford, Mullingar and Cavan decommissioned.

Jun 14, 2023 13:27

The allegations include the bullying and sexual abuse of females in the force.

Jun 12, 2023 09:46

Gardaí are at the scene of an explosion and the Army explosive disposal service has been requested

May 29, 2023 17:41

Investigations are ongoing.

May 10, 2023 09:41

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