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Irish citizens could be evacuated from Lebanon using New Defence Forces planes

Irish citizens could be evacuated from Lebanon using New Defence Forces planes

The Irish Defence Forces are prepared to evacuate up to 40 Irish citizens from Lebanon if the situation there escalates. This operation would utilize the newly acquired Airbus C295 maritime surveillance planes, which have recently joined the Defence Forces’ fleet. The C295 planes, despite their limited range, are ready for the mission but would require … Read more

Irish department warns of challenging evacuation from Lebanon

Irish department warns of challenging evacuation from Lebanon

The Department of Foreign Affairs has stated that evacuating Irish citizens from Lebanon would be a “complex and difficult operation.” This comes amid concerns over the potential worsening of the security situation in the Middle Eastern country. Officials have emphasized that significant contingency planning has been carried out to prepare for any possible escalation. The … Read more