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Conor Hogarty
@conorhogarty.bsky.social
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Interests include Irish Defence Forces, current affairs, and politics. Along with the odd contribution to the Irish Times and Examiner.
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 1d
The EU is preparing for war - are we?
Edward Burke is writing in todays @irishexaminer regarding the defence capabilities that 🇮🇪 should be focusing on.
Pick up a copy today.
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 4d
www.irishexaminer.com/news/politic...
Catherine Connolly's comments on Germany would cause 'serious' damage if she were President, says Taoiseach
Micheál Martin says Catherine Connolly’s comments on German re-armament could harm Ireland’s ties with key European partners
www.irishexaminer.com
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 4d
Grenades dropped by Israel Defense Forces near Irish peacekeepers in Lebanon

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Grenades dropped by Israel Defense Forces near Irish peacekeepers in Lebanon
No injuries reported to Irish personnel after incident in which Israel Defense Forces dropped explosives
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 5d
Munich drone sightings force airport to cancel flights in latest Europe disruption

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Munich drone sightings force airport to cancel flights in latest Europe disruption
Suspension of operations at German airport saw cancellation of 17 flights
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 6d
Europe facing greater danger than at any time during cold war, summit hears

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Europe facing greater danger than at any time during cold war, summit hears
EU summit in Copenhagen hears French president Emmanuel Macron say Russia is ‘testing’ Europe
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 7d
Man accused of stabbing garda charged with terrorism and arson at Conor McGregor pub

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Man accused of stabbing garda charged with terrorism and arson at Conor McGregor pub
Cloverhill District Court told of number of new charges faced by Abdullah Khan (23)
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 7d
RTE news : Pentagon chief tells US military leaders to fix decay

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Pentagon chief tells US military leaders to fix decay
The US Defense Secretary has said the country's military must fix "decades of decay" as he addressed a rare gathering of hundreds of senior officers summoned from around the world to hear him speak ne...
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 9d
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Russia's clear warning that it can easily chip away at Europe's defences
Germany and Denmark are the latest countries to raise the alarm over drone sightings and unexplained drone activity.
news.sky.com
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 9d
‘We shouldn’t fool ourselves that Ireland is immune’ from drone attacks, Tánaiste Simon Harris says

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‘We shouldn’t fool ourselves that Ireland is immune’ from drone attacks, Tánaiste Simon Harris says
Tánaiste Simon Harris has said Ireland shouldn't fool itself into thinking it is immune to drone attacks against vital infrastructure following a wave of disruptions across Europe.
www.independent.ie
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 11d
EU ‘drone wall’ to protect entire continent, says defence chief

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EU ‘drone wall’ to protect entire continent, says defence chief
Move comes after series of Russian-linked airspace violations, officials say
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 12d
RTE news : Ireland's largest WWI trench replica reopens in Cavan

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Ireland's largest WWI trench replica reopens in Cavan
The largest replica World War One trench in both the UK and Ireland has officially reopened at Cavan County Museum, following extensive renovation and improvement works.
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 12d
Significant additional resources required for national security, says commissioner

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Significant additional resources required for national security, says commissioner
Justin Kelly unveils plans during first appearance as Garda chief before Police and Community Safety Authority
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 13d
How a cyberattack brought Dublin Airport to a standstill

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How a cyberattack brought Dublin Airport to a standstill
The world we live and work in today is heavily reliant on invisible companies
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 13d
www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41...
Rise in defence funding 'must be maintained' for Ireland's security and reputation
The 2025–2028 strategy stresses sustained funding, rising personnel needs, and long-delayed security plans as Ireland faces growing global threats
www.irishexaminer.com
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 15d
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Nato restates ‘ironclad’ commitment to mutual defence after Russian incursions
Nato warned: 'Russia should be in no doubt: Nato and allies will employ, in accordance with international law'
www.irishexaminer.com
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 18d
Poland scrambles aircraft after Russia launches ‘massive’ attack on Ukraine

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Poland scrambles aircraft after Russia launches ‘massive’ attack on Ukraine
Russia hits Ukraine with nearly 600 drones and 40 missiles, killing three and injuring dozens
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 19d
Germany conflicted as public sympathy for Israel begins to shift

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Germany conflicted as public sympathy for Israel begins to shift
Journey since Hamas-led attacks of October 7th, 2023 has been unprecedented and uncomfortable as civilian deaths in Gaza rise
www.irishtimes.com
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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 22d
The Defence Secretary has announced that Tekever will establish the UK’s largest drone production facility in Swindon.
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Britain to open huge £400m military drone factory
The Defence Secretary has announced that Tekever will establish the UK’s largest drone production facility in Swindon.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 22d
Polish president to push Berlin for help against Russian drone incursions

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Polish president to push Berlin for help against Russian drone incursions
‘Utterly unacceptable’ violations prompt Britain to summon ambassador amid war drills with Belarus
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 22d
Drones, snipers and increased patrols: UK plans huge security operation for Trump visit

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Drones, snipers and increased patrols: UK plans huge security operation for Trump visit
Fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk has intensified consideration of potential threats, says former officer
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 22d
Polish president to push Berlin for help against Russian drone incursions

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Polish president to push Berlin for help against Russian drone incursions
‘Utterly unacceptable’ violations prompt Britain to summon ambassador amid war drills with Belarus
www.irishtimes.com
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 23d
Threats against Simon Harris being treated as ‘national security’ issue

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Threats against Simon Harris being treated as ‘national security’ issue
Gardaí employ antiterrorism legislation to catch perpetrators as details of additional threats emerge
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 24d
Russian drone incursion into Poland ‘was Kremlin test on Nato reaction’, says Warsaw

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Russian drone incursion into Poland ‘was Kremlin test on Nato reaction’, says Warsaw
Drones involved in incursion were not carrying ammunition, Polish foreign minister says
www.irishtimes.com
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 24d
RTE news : Was US strike on Venezuelan boat murder on the high seas?

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Was US strike on Venezuelan boat murder on the high seas?
The US military bombed a boat in international waters killing all 11 people on board. The US said it was a warning to drug-runners. Venezuela called it murder. As tensions rise, what does it mean for ...
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Conor Hogarty @conorhogarty.bsky.social · 25d
Trump urges Nato countries to stop buying Russian oil to end Ukraine war

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Trump urges Nato countries to stop buying Russian oil to end Ukraine war
US president says purchase of Russian oil by some Nato members is ‘shocking’
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