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Defence Minister To Unveil €1.7bn Plan To Modernise Defence Forces As Espionage Threat Grows

Thursday, 11 December 2025 09:38

By Martin Osborne - Head Of News

The Institute of International and European Affairs and Deloitte warn an armed attack on an EU member is no longer impossible.

Foreign intelligence services are actively targeting companies in Ireland.

The Institute of International and European Affairs and Deloitte warn an armed attack on an EU member is no longer impossible.

The Defence Minister, Helen McEntee, will set out a €1.7 billion plan to modernise the Defence Forces, including new radar systems and anti-drone technology.

Defence expert, Declan Power, says there's more that can be done.


 

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