The US and Israel have attacked Iran for a third day, with Tehran continuing retaliatory strikes.
The conflict has expanded, with Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon trading fire.
All Irish Defence Forces personnel serving with Unifil are safe and accounted for.
Explosions have been heard across the region and reported in Jerusalem, as well as Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates.
Two unmanned drones heading towards a British airbase in Cyprus have been "successfully intercepted".
Meanwhile, the Irish government have been urged to step up assistance for Irish citizens currently stranded or affected in the United Arab Emirates amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region.
Travel disruption and rising tensions have left many Irish residents and holidaymakers concerned about their safety and their ability to return home.
Flights have been delayed or cancelled, and uncertainty remains.
Cllr Justin Warnock is calling on the government to provide clearer guidance, expanded consular support, and tangible evacuation assistance to Irish citizens in Dubai and the wider UAE region.
Roscommon-Galway TD Martin Daly says he's concerned about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East:
Local Minister Frank Feighan has also expressed his concern at the developments in the Middle East over the weekend:
