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Tánaiste and Minister for Defence Simon Harris has directed officials in the Department of Defence to develop a more ambitious and proactive approach to modernising Ireland’s military capabilities. This enhanced procurement strategy will focus on securing new assets such as radar and sonar systems, along with the introduction of interceptor jets — a major upgrade to Ireland’s air and maritime …

The Irish Defence Forces experienced growth in 2024, marking the first increase in seven years, with personnel numbers reaching approximately 7,500 across the Army, Naval Service, and Air Corps. This expansion is attributed to the induction of 708 new members, a 69% rise compared to the previous year. Despite this progress, only 5% of the new recruits were women, highlighting …