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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.
On The JournalNational 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.
On The JournalPeacekeepers
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
On The JournalUNIFIL
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.
Taoiseach Simon Harris today thanked US President Joe Biden for his assistance in relaying Irish concerns about the peacekeepers at the Lebanon outpost "where there was clearly an Israeli incursion".
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
Safety First
Child abuse images freely available on social media platforms, online safety expert warns
Minister for Justice Helen McEntee will later today launch the annual report of Hotline.ie.
discontent in the ranksOne in four military officers are planning to leave the Defence Forces in the next five years
ExplainerIn the hills of south Lebanon: How Irish troops work to keep the peace along the Blue Line
On The Journalraco
Military officers criticise low pay for soldiers on dangerous UN peacekeeping missions
On The JournalDefence and Justice
National Security budget: 1,000 extra gardaí, increased defence spending and more prison officers
Lebanon
'There's no bed space': Fears Beirut hospital system could collapse in wake of Israeli attacks
Monday’s bombing represented Lebanon’s “worst day in 18 years”, an Irish UNICEF worker said.
money tied up
Maintaining the MV Matthew in Cork Harbour has cost the state €4.4 million since last September
The MV Matthew was seized by the State last September in a dramatic drugs interdiction operation.
Moving the MV Matthew to different berths has caused 'operational problems' for Port of Cork Company.
Costs are mounting and the Harbour Master has repeatedly asked for clarity on when the ship will be sold.
There are also concerns by POCC around insurance as the MV Matthew has lost a critical maritime classification.
Concerns have further mounted after a 'near miss' in the harbour when the Matthew moved from its moorings.
kilrushArmed gardaí deployed to small Co Clare town to deal with fallout from escalating drug dispute
Shadow fleet
Liquified gas cargo ship allegedly breaching Russian sanctions spotted off Galway coast
The ship, named New Energy, is a Palau registered craft and has been named in a list of US State Department sanctions.
On The JournalFoynes
Ambulance Service pays tribute to 'brave' medics who rescued unconscious man from apartment fire
up the junctionGardaí take to truck patrols to catch distracted drivers, in tactic borrowed from Europe
Organised Crime
Major cocaine haul as Europol assist gardaí against new Irish crime cartel
It is understood that police from across the world have been involved in breaching the encrypted communications of a drug trafficking operation.
hell and back
The real Hell Week: Inside the selection process to become an Irish Special Forces soldier
Ever wonder what it takes to become a member of the Irish Army Ranger Wing?
the morning lead
Head of Garda National Immigration Bureau: There'll be a 'significant' increase in deportations
Detective Chief Superintendent Aidan Minnock sat down with The Journal for a rare interview.
Guess who's back
Irish security forces monitoring reports of Russian naval activity in the Atlantic
Sources have said that Russian naval exercises are planned to take place in the coming weeks.
National Security
Carroll MacNeill says visit to European/Russian border confirms need for increased Defence spend
Minister for State for Defence and European Affairs Jennifer Carroll MacNeill has returned after visits to Finland, Estonia and Lithuania and viewing the Russian border.
On The JournalDefence Forces
Irish troops begin exercise in Meath ahead of 'decisive' EU Battlegroup deployment
Analysis
Friends with benefits? Ireland moves closer to NATO as alliance looks to protect Atlantic flank
This week The Journal travelled to Brussels for briefings and meetings with sources at NATO and other organisations.
the morning lead
'Not how navies work': Head of naval operations hits out at 'incorrect' reports on status of ships
Captain Darragh Kirwan the head of Naval Service Operations Command and his colleague Commander Eoin Smith spoke to The Journal.
On The Journalmilitary kit
Ireland talking directly to other governments to quicken pace of buying military hardware
It’s part of promised modernisation of the Defence Forces and its capabilities.
bomb site solutions
'Four generations have lived here': How Irish funding for prefabs is letting Ukrainians go home
The Irish government has given money to fund a programme of building prefabs for displaced Ukrainians so they can return home.
CastlegarGardaí probe shooting incident and fire in Galway city believed to be linked to ongoing feud
On The JournalItaly
Italian authorities say Irish citizen among people on yacht that sank off Sicily in storm
On The JournalWhistleblower
British diplomat based in Dublin resigns in protest at sales of arms to Israel by UK companies
