Ireland to Deploy Allied Warship, Counter-Drone System to Enhance Air Defense
Ireland is considering deploying an allied warship, such as the French FREMM Bretagne, to enhance air defense capabilities. The country is also acquiring a counter-drone system and partnering with Dutch police to bolster its air surveillance and interception capabilities. The move aims to address Ireland’s vulnerability in air defense, which has been exacerbated by the lack of combat jets since 1998. The Irish government has instructed officials to secure urgent delivery of the counter-drone system, which will be deployed at Casement Aerodrome. The plan was first reported by The Irish Times.