The target date for the full delivery of the military radar programme is set for 2028. Photograph: Alan BetsonNew anti-drone capabilities will be available if needed as part of security arrangements for Ireland’s presidency of the EU in the second half of next year, the Minister for Defence is expected to announce on Thursday. It is understood Helen McEntee will say a budget of €19 million will be provided for a counter unmanned aerial system to be procured for the Defence Forces. The aim is to have the system available to the Defence Forces by the middle of next year. The target date for the full delivery of the military radar programme is set for 2028.

Source: The Irish Times December 11, 2025 10:12 UTC