Hugely appreciative of the opportunity to sit down with John Mooney and The Dark State to discuss and explain the concerns of Óglaigh na hÉireann personnel regarding the Defence (Amendment) Bill currently being considered by President of Ireland. Please listen! patreon.com/posts/defendin…

A nice article in The Independent about our peacekeepers in Lebanon. There's a lot of vitriol being directed towards them these days and, with the danger they face in Lebanon now, I hope they know that we, at home, appreciate their service. 🇮🇪 🇺🇳 independent.co.uk/world/unifil-i…

Peacekeepers in south Lebanon are working under harsh conditions. Yesterday I was able to visit Italian peacekeepers whose position has come under IDF fire and seen intense clashes between IDF and Hizbullah forces nearby. I am fiercely proud of their courage and commitment.

Israeli tanks burst through gates of peacekeepers base, says UN channel4.com/news/israeli-t…

Situation Update on Irish Defence Forces serving with overseas missions in Lebanon for family members The Defence Forces can confirm that all Irish Peacekeepers are accounted for and well. The situation around Irish positions remains relatively calm. This environment has allowed

The safety of United Nations personnel & property must be guaranteed.   The inviolability of UN premises must be respected at all times.   Attacks against peacekeepers are in breach of international law & may constitute a war crime.   UNIFIL personnel & premises must never be targeted.

After years in this business, I'm pretty hardened. I've seen many horrors. But watching people being burned alive last night, stretching out their hands for help. A man in a hospital bed with an IV attached going up in flames. It felt like a new horror, akin to a vision of hell.

Safety of Irish peacekeepers in Lebanon is paramount, Taoiseach tells Israeli president. irishtimes.com/politics/2024/…

The role of UNIFIL right now more crucial than ever, says Mission spokesperson “We are staying ... we are in south of Lebanon under a Security Council mandate. So it’s important to keep an international presence and to keep the UN flag in the area” news.un.org/en/story/2024/…

Welcome to the newest intake of Pilot and very first Air Traffic Controller Cadets in the Irish Air Corps! These leaders have begun their journey, ready to take on the challenges of training and build the skills needed to serve and protect. Best of luck to all our new cadets!

The Defence Forces can confirm that all Irish Peacekeepers are well and accounted for. They continue their operations in a challenging and volatile environment, where ongoing clashes occur between opposing factions both within the Irish sector and the broader UNIFIL Area of

Very proud to hear an Irish voice talking sense. Just watch the presenters body language. Not alone does he not like the truth on Gaza🇵🇸 and Lebanon🇱🇧... He doesnt like it from a "Paddy". 🇮🇪 Maith thú John Durnin.

After his United Nations Security Council briefing, UN Peacekeeping chief Jean-Pierre Lacroix reiterated that UNIFIL is staying in its positions as per its mandate. He thanked the Council for its continued support & reminded all parties of their obligation to protect UN Peacekeepers.

The Commission on the Óglaigh na hÉireann urged removal of the ‘free labour aspect’ of military service. As the CoDF Implementation Oversight Group appears before the Oireachtas Defence Committee today, it will be interesting to hear progress on WTD implementation. Charlie Flanagan

.UNIFIL is working hard behind the scenes to coordinate the safe passage of essential humanitarian aid to civilians in south Lebanon, including today's relief convoy. Civilians continue to suffer in this conflict, and peacekeepers continue to do what we can to help.

PMAS - PDFORRA Medical Assistance Scheme also intends to provide access to the scheme for members husbands/wives or partners as soon as possible Discussions with relevant stakeholders has already begun in advance of this expansion #HelpSupportHeal #PDFORRA #DefenceForces ANSACCU Óglaigh na hÉireann pdforra

Excellent opportunity for discharged members to remain in the scheme Thanks to ANSACCU who expanded their common bond which helped facilitate this development Many thanks also to Kingsbridge Private Hospital who have provided excellent care for the past 6 years for our members

Under what circumstances can Irish soldiers in Lebanon use force to defend themselves? (via TheJournal.ie) jrnl.ie/6514751

A SF Senator who inappropriately messaged a minor resigned in disgrace.   But, you wouldn’t know that from the glowing statement Mary Lou McDonald made when he stood down.   The leader of SF has not adequately addressed her role in this.   Why did she issue this statement?

irishexaminer.com/news/arid-4149… The Working Time Directive is a key requirement to allow for the rebuilding of the Óglaigh na hÉireann . The sooner this happens, the better.