Thanks to the 🇫🇷 Navy for monitoring 🇮🇪 EEZ. It’s time for a formal security agreement between our governments to strengthen 🇪🇺 defence & security. @MichealMartinTD @SimonHarrisTD @FranceinIreland @EmmanuelMacron @CaVautrin @IrlEmbParis @CarrollJennifer @MarineNationale

The Inauguration of the 10th President of Ireland, and Supreme Commander of Óglaigh na hÉireann, Uachtaráin Catherine Connolly, took place today in St. Patrick's Hall, State Apartments, Dublin Castle. Óglaigh na hÉireann proudly provided full ceremonial support, with over 250

Hugely impressive performance from all 250 DF members involved in the @PresidentIRL inauguration yesterday. From the Motorcycle Escort and Captain’s Guard of Honour, to the @DFSMIreland music, Gun Salute and Flypast; all reflected Teamwork, Discipline, and Attention to Detail👏🏻🇮🇪

The Defence Forces Training Centre (DFTC) is proud to announce a Gala Evening taking place on Sunday, 16th November 2025 at 7.30pm in St Brigid’s Garrison Church, Curragh Camp. This special event will feature performances by the Combined Defence Forces Band under the direction

"May" and "considers" are the most commons verbs used in relation to Irish defence policy.

"Eight decades on, the so-called Nuremberg trials are seen as the birthplace of international criminal law where the worst type of crime possible was defined: crimes against humanity." The Irish journalist in the room at Nuremberg https://t.co/hEIbfNTE59

"In light of disruption caused by drones at airports and other facilities in Europe, security will be a crucial issue for the Government in the run-up to the presidency." Ireland may seek aid of French warship to boost security during EU presidency

On 30 October 2025, RACO presented the Lt Gen Tadhg O'Neill award for best overall result on the 7th Joint Command & Staff Course, and Director of Infantry awards for the best students on the 7th & 8th Land Command & Staff Courses at @MaynoothUni. Congrats to all graduates! 1/3

Recently, a new intake of Cadets began their training at the Cadet School, Curragh Camp, Co. Kildare. This is the first step in a journey of service, leadership, and commitment to the values of Óglaigh na hÉireann. We wish them every success as they embark on their careers.

Ireland considers asking EU nations for security help during presidency, including sending a warship to Dublin for air defence. A consequence of decades of underinvestment in our @defenceforces people and capabilities. @IRLDeptDefence @IRLDeptPER https://t.co/MWGhRgeUej

UNIFIL and @LebarmyOfficial support local communities across south Lebanon. From clearing roads and removing unexploded ordnance to facilitating humanitarian aid – we help families return home and children get back to their schools in villages directly affected by the conflict.

The Chief of Staff, Lieutenant General Rossa Mulcahy, recently hosted the Executive Committee of the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Chiefs of Defence (CHODs) Network at McKee Barracks, Dublin. This marked the first blended meeting of the Committee in over five years, coinciding

LÉ GEORGE BERNARD SHAW inbound for Cork Harbour 🇮🇪🥰

Pleased to meet with General Seán Clancy, the ⁦@ChairmanEUMC⁩ in Brussels today. A useful discussion on his new role, and the latest developments in European defence and security.

Grateful for the chance to visit our members in Camp Shamrock @irishpolbatt, @UNIFIL_ SW HQ & @UNIFIL_ HQ over the past few days, to brief them about current issues in the representation space, and our Annual Conference last week. They are doing fantastic work! 🇱🇧 More 📸 below👇🏻

Possibly the most important posts in the DF, and it has nothing to do with religion.

"Because they are outside the rank structure, the Department of Defence’s position is that the 12 serving military chaplains are not technically members of the Defence Forces and therefore not entitled to join the representative associations... ." https://t.co/pEwUrvdNVY

"The rise this year has seen, on average, between 44-48 patrols every month since March." https://t.co/VyNl2XBCEi

Visiting Dublin Port this weekend is the Dutch Navy amphibious ship, L801 Johan de Witt, onboard, a Dutch Navy NH-90 & two Royal Navy Merlin helicopters. Pity it was is such a dull day for photography.

"The German Navy’s FGS Hamburg (F220) docked in Dublin Port this weekend (October 17) for a courtesy visit." https://t.co/0N0I3Du0n8