The Irish armed forces have been engaged in UN peacekeeping for over 60 years, providing critical intervention in global conflicts and fostering local ties in war-torn areas.
Since 1958, Ireland has deployed troops worldwide and maintained a peacekeeping battalion in Lebanon, symbolizing a long-standing commitment to international peace and security.
In the present confrontations, Irish troops at position 6-52 face intimidation from Israeli forces, highlighting the perilous nature of their peacekeeping mission amid escalating regional violence.
Historically, Irish peacekeepers have acted under duress as human shields, with half of their casualties resulting from conflict with both Hezbollah and the IDF, reflecting the harsh realities of their role.
Collection
[
|
...
]