The EU planning notice cited that the uncrewed aerial system (UAS) would be used for predominantly for reconnaissance purposes with a greater range and endurance than drones currently operated by the ...

‘Fianóglach’ links the traditions of ’Na Fianna’, legendary Irish warriors, with the present day Óglaigh na hÉireann, the Defence Forces. Qualified members of the unit wear the ...

The new body armour system, designed in-house by a Defence Forces team, is expected to provide greater protection against ballistics and fragmentation. It has been designed so it can be modified ...

The technique is being used heavily by both sides in the war in Ukraine – but a senior Irish artillery officer told us in Thursday’s exercise that the Defence Forces have been using the ...

The Irish Defence Forces are set to upgrade their protective gear with a €16.5M contract for 6,105 advanced body armor systems.

One of the Defence Forces’ newest aircraft spent almost 40pc of the last year undergoing maintenance in Spain. The Irish Air Corps received two Airbus C295 maritime surveillance aircraft in 2023 ...

Commencing today, Tuesday, April 1, Irish Defence Forces personnel will be assisting An Garda Síochána in the ongoing search for the missing farmer. Up to 50 members combined from the 12th ...

There are 339 Irish Defence Force members currently in south Lebanon, and bunkering has been a feature of their 6-month tour of duty. For 113 of them, this is their first time serving overseas.

The commander of the Irish Defence Forces has spoken of his pride at leading the organisation during his last overseas trip in the role. Lieutenant General Sean Clancy hosted Tanaiste and Minister for ...

Brig Gen Rossa Mulcahy has been appointed as the next Chief of Staff of the Irish Defence Forces. Announcing the appointment, the Defence Forces said that Brig Gen Mulcahy has more than 35 years ...