Rhys Forde

BSc Government and Political Science @UCC

[Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026 @Ireland2026eu]

Today, Ireland launched its Presidency programme and priorities at Dublin Castle. 🇮🇪🇪🇺

🔗 To read the Presidency programme and learn more visit https://t.co/YxqsqM552n / https://t.co/CLbxBUN4pm

#Ireland2026EU

[Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026 @Ireland2026eu]

On 1 July, Ireland takes over the Presidency of the Council of the EU for the 8th time.

In an uncertain world, our strength is reinforced when we stand together.

In Ireland, the seanfhocal or proverb “Ní neart go cur le chéile” reminds us that we have “Strength with unity”.

[Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026 @Ireland2026eu]

The official website of the Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026 is now live! 🇮🇪🇪🇺

Discover the programme, priorities and events of Ireland’s Presidency and much more here!

🔗 https://t.co/YxqsqM552n / https://t.co/CLbxBUN4pm

[Óglaigh na hÉireann @defenceforces]

As Ireland prepares to assume the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, personnel from No. 3 Operations Wing recently undertook a demanding training exercise to maintain and enhance key operational capabilities.

The exercise included counter drone engagements, with Air Corps helicopter crews successfully engaging multiple remotely controlled aircraft, as well as armed maritime interception training against fast moving vessels at sea.

Training such as this ensures Air Corps crews remain ready to respond to evolving security challenges and provide critical aviation capabilities in support of national security and Ireland’s EU Presidency commitments.

#ÓglaighnahÉireann

[Government of Ireland @GovIE]

📳 Ireland to Introduce Cell Broadcast Technology for Emergency Public Alerts

For more information, visit https://t.co/Y7LRiICPbj

[Micheál Martin @MichealMartinTD]

Deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Tomi Reichental, someone who dedicated his life to teaching new generations about the evil of The Holocaust.

[Óglaigh na hÉireann @defenceforces]

For decades, Irish Peacekeepers have served with courage, professionalism, and compassion in some of the world’s most challenging environments. On International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, we honour the service and sacrifice of all those who have worn the blue beret in pursuit of peace on behalf of Ireland and the United Nations.

[Thomas Byrne @ThomasByrneTD]

On Operation IRINI, it is deeply unfortunate that due to the absence of a continued UN mandate, members of the Irish Defence Forces can no longer participate.

‘IRINI’ is the Greek for peace and if we want to ensure continued peace work abroad, we need to reform the Triple-Lock.

[Helen McEntee TD @HMcEntee]

Huge congratulations to the Irish @defenceforces team on their remarkable victory at the Sullivan Cup in the United States 🇮🇪

A proud moment & a testament to the professionalism, skill & dedication of our personnel.

[Helen McEntee TD @HMcEntee]

Utterly appalling and unacceptable behaviour by Minister Gvir and the Israeli government. Our Embassy has formally raised this matter with the Israeli authorities and have demanded proper and humane treatment of Irish citizen. These actions cannot be allowed to continue.

[Fianna Fáil @fiannafailparty]

Exactly 100 years ago, a remarkable group of men and women came together to found Fianna Fáil.

Many had sacrificed their youth to the cause of Irish independence.

This evening, I want to thank you, our members and supporters, for all you do for our party.

[Government of Ireland @GovIE]

Today Taoiseach @MichealMartinTD joined President Catherine Connolly at a ceremony to mark the 110th Anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising outside the GPO on O'Connell Street in Dublin.

[Óglaigh na hÉireann @defenceforces]

Óglaigh na hÉireann can confirm that an operation took place to transport key Battalion personnel to United Nations Post 2-45 and to return Communications Specialists who had been performing critical maintenance to communication systems and infrastructure.

This was a joint operation in a volatile region, involving Army personnel of the 127th Infantry Battalion who conducted a patrol from UNP 2-45 to Beirut and the Air Corps flight crew of the C295 who performed the strategic air lift from Casement Aerodrome to Beirut.

This operation demonstrates the strategic reach capability of the Air Corps, as well as the capabilities of our Army personnel employing force protection measures to enable operations in a conflict zone.

#Irishdefenceforces #ÓglaighnahÉireann #DefendOurState

[Irish Foreign Ministry @dfatirl]

To Irish people and friends of Ireland, wherever you may be, happy Saint Patrick’s Day 🇮🇪
Do mhuintir na hÉireann agus do chairde na hÉireann pé áit a bhfuil sibh, Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona daoibh 🌍

[Department of Defence @IRLDeptDefence]

Minister @HMcEntee and UK Secretary of State @JohnHealey_MP have signed an update of the existing Memorandum of Understanding between Ireland and the UK.

Read more: https://t.co/A8ix3JBrTb

[British Embassy Dublin @BritEmbDublin]

UK and Ireland agree updated Memorandum of Understanding on bilateral defence cooperation ⬇️

https://t.co/yY1BeQQgBz

[Government of Ireland @GovIE]

The UK-Ireland Summit 2026 has finished and our shared cooperation continues.

Through Shared Prosperity, Shared Seas and Shared Ties, we will nurture our vibrant economies, protect our seas, and strengthen our friendships and partnerships for the generations to come.

[Irish Foreign Ministry @dfatirl]

At a time of global turmoil and great challenge, we look for signs of hope in the everyday.

To Irish people and friends of Ireland everywhere, we wish you a very happy St Patrick’s Day!

Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona daoibh.

[Department of Defence @IRLDeptDefence]

Minister @HMcEntee has welcomed Gov approval to begin drafting legislation that will provide @defenceforces with new powers to safeguard Ireland’s maritime domain & protect the State’s sovereign rights in its territorial sea & exclusive economic zone.

https://t.co/5bCOaH3zJd

[Micheál Martin @MichealMartinTD]

I strongly condemn the reckless strike on a UNIFIL base in southern Lebanon that has left a number of Ghanaian peacekeepers seriously injured.