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This week
10th November 2024 - 15th November 2024
Defence Forces
Irish military groups in Brussels campaign for better conditions for Defence Forces members
The event in Brussels will be hosted by representatives of the enlisted and officer ranks of the Irish Defence Forces.
Last week
3rd November 2024 - 9th November 2024
Hit the road JackCork's Jack Lynch Tunnel to be closed at night for 'next few years' for modernisation works
burglar and chipsSuspected burglar stuck in extraction vent in Limerick chipper overnight rescued by fire brigade
Organised CrimeStudy finds children as young as eight-years-old 'groomed' for drug debt intimidation
burglary gangThree people, including juvenile, arrested in Dublin for alleged burglary spree across north west
tennesseeAlleged US white supremacist arrested by FBI moments before launching a bomb laden drone attack
election security
Military reserve call-ups and surveillance drones: US election to take place amid heavy security
We take a look at some of the security measures being employed in the United States ahead of the election.
This month
November 2024
Tibnine
Monument to Irish peacekeepers killed in lebanon damaged and Irish funded orphanage destroyed
The monument and the orphanage are located in Tibnine which has strong historic links to Irish troops.
Last month
October 2024
Athlone to lebanon
Nerves, worry and pride as families of 381 Irish soldiers gather before Lebanon deployment
The square in Custume Barracks in Athlone was packed today with hundreds of people as the 125th Infantry Battalion formed up for a formal Ministerial Salute parade.
drugs smugglers and Customs
Beyond the waves: A look inside the Revenue vessels tackling smugglers along Ireland's 3,173km coastline
The Revenue Customs Service has launched a campaign to recruit crewmembers for its custom cutter vessels.
CourtFar Right activist Derek Blighe withdraws appeal against conviction for theft at Ukrainian shop
NOISY NEIGHBOUR
Residents of a County Cork town have 'had enough' of loud noises coming from detained drug ship
The MV Matthew was seized on 26 September, 2023 in a dramatic drugs interdiction operation off the south coast.
the morning lead
Officer leading troops in Lebanon: 'We are the eyes and ears of the international community'
Lieutenant Colonel Shane Rockett was speaking in the Glen of Imaal where the 125th Infantry Battalion are undergoing their final training before travelling to Lebanon next month.
National SecurityGovernments signs new security regulations to protect private and public 'essential services'
Organised CrimeTwo senior figures in Kinahan gang jailed by British court on charges linked to gun haul
PeacekeepersTánaiste: IDF and UNIFIL 'in daily contact' amid planning for Irish troop rotation in Lebanon
flaming packages
Drones with 'flaming packages' being used to burn through prison nets and deliver drugs
The drones are flown from nearby roads and fields with the burning package carried beneath the remote-controlled craft.
Kyran DurninGardaí investigating crimes against children must obtain court orders to access Tusla files
terrorism searchesGardaí seize cash and electronics in raids targeting alleged Islamic terror fundraisers
Sinn FéinGardaí have confirmed that they are examining documents from Sinn Fein over alleged complaints
Explainer
Under what circumstances can Irish soldiers in Lebanon use force to defend themselves?
We take a look at the rules governing how Irish soldiers use force while deployed on UN peacekeeping missions.
National Security
Spies, chocolates and vodka: Behind the scenes of suspicious approaches to Irish politicians
Multiple sources confirmed there have been a number of approaches by foreign Governments, including Russia, to members of the Oireachtas.
Peacekeepers
Irish soldiers unharmed as two Sri Lankan peacekeepers injured in IDF fire on UNIFIL main base
Reports from South Lebanon have said two people have been injured at least one of them seriously injured – it is the second such attack in the last 24 hours.
Organised CrimeLeading Kinahan cartel figure Sean McGovern arrested in Dubai in connection with Dublin murder
UNIFIL
Risk of roadside bombs could threaten rapid resupply of Irish positions in Lebanon
It was a quieter night for the Irish peacekeepers as Israeli and Hezbollah forces continue to engage in heavy fighting across South Lebanon but it has moved on from around the Irish camps.
leaving BeirutA total of 26 Irish citizens and their dependants have now left Lebanon, diplomats have confirmed
BMW
Almost 70 Garda cars removed from service over engine defect warning linked to vehicle fire
The vehicles include those used by specialist firearm gardaí in the Armed Support Unit.
Lebanese evacuation
Lebanon: 24 Irish citizens and dependents evacuated from country on two rescue flights
The Irish citizens were on military flights were operated by Canada and the Netherlands.
GarryowenGardaí and army bomb disposal experts seal off Limerick street after suspect device discovered
south lebanonTánaiste and Chief of Staff say Irish troops in Lebanon have 'ample' food and water for 30 days
