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This edition contains features on: Interview with Chief of Staff Lt Gen Seán Clancy by A/CQMS John Rossiter, Inishore patrol vessels: Littoraly Capable by CDR Frank O'Connor, Ireland's involvement in the European Union (EU) Battlegroup by Lt Col Barry Hannon, Exercise Angel Guardian 2024 by Capt Muiris Ó Murchadha, 45th DF An Cosantóir 10K run and 5K walk results, J4 UNDOF withdrawal the strategic plan by Comdt Richie Barber, Glen of Imaal marks 125 years in the firing line by Liam Kenny, Defence Forces Athletics by Comdt Noel Conway, Irish Deserters of the Irish Defence Forces during WWII by Capt Cían Harte, The Army Reserves professional part-time soldier's training by Cpl Lukasz Gancarz Regulars: On Parade, Sports and Clubs, From the Archives

THE IRISH AIR CORPS HOSTS THE VERY FIRST AVIATION CONVENTION (AVCON)

The Defence Forces can confirm that all Irish Peacekeepers are accounted for and well.

The Defence Forces can confirm that all Irish Peacekeepers are accounted for and well

The Defence Forces can confirm that all Irish Peacekeepers are accounted for and well

We can confirm that all Irish personnel are well and accounted for. The 124 Infantry Battalion area of operations is reported to be relatively calm today, with no operational activity noted from UNP 6-50 or UNP 6-52.

We can confirm that all Irish personnel are well and accounted for.

The Defence Forces can confirm that all Irish Peacekeepers are accounted for and well. The recent activity in vicinity of the IrishPolBatt positions has been lowering in intensity. Please see the UNIFIL statement issued today for an update on the recent activities in the UNIFIL AO.

The Defence Forces can confirm that there are currently no IDF personnel or vehicles observed in the vicinity of the two IrishPolbatt Blue Line positions.

We are currently experiencing an unprecedented level of requests for information, and we anticipate that this situation will continue for the foreseeable.

The Defence Forces can confirm that all Irish troops are accounted for and well

The Defence Forces Press Office are aware that a number of photographs are being circulated from various locations in Lebanon.

The Defence Forces would like to acknowledge and thank the families of our soldiers currently deployed in Lebanon.

The Defence Forces can confirm that while the situation is tense all Irish personnel remain accounted for and safe.

The July / August An Cosantóir magazine has now been published and contains articles about the following: >> CIS Trainee Technician Projects >> Professional Military Education in the Military College >> the recent UNDOF Withdrawal >> A Day in the Life of 102 Sqn Air Crew >> A photo spread of the DF Family Day in Dublin Zoo >> An Interview with CS Sandra Murphy >> Army Force Design >> A continuation of our history series about deserters in WWII >> The DF Association of Mountaineers >> The Naval Service Reserve as well as all of our regular features

The Defence Forces can confirm that an incident occurred last night at Dún Uí Mhaoilíosa, Renmore, Co. Galway, where shots were fired by on-duty personnel. This action was taken in strict accordance with established force protection protocols after a Defence Forces Chaplain was stabbed by a male civilian while awaiting entry to the barracks.

Senior Counsel’s recommendations on the management of serving personnel who are before the civilian courts or have received a conviction, will offer clarity on how Óglaigh na hÉierann can handle cases involving these personnel. The appointment will also provide independent and comprehensive guidance to improve and strengthen the current regulatory framework.