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Irish Police Bought Israeli Drone Systems Despite Government Stance
The Irish police have purchased advanced Israeli drone disruption systems from Sentrycs, despite the Irish government's stated policy of avoiding Israeli defense equipment.
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What happened
- 01Irish police acquired advanced Israeli drone systems from Sentrycs, contradicting government policy.
- 02The systems were used to protect diplomatic events during Ireland's EU Council presidency.
- 03A security source described the Israeli technology as "the best that can be acquired."
- 04The purchase was made through an American company, masking the Israeli origin.
- 05Irish police cited national security when refusing to comment on the deal.
The systems were used to secure diplomatic events, with a security source calling them "the best that can be acquired." The police declined to comment on the purchase, citing national security.
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