The Department of Defence firmly stated that its primary criterion for the supply process was 'competitive tendering' and that contracts were guided by price and service delivery.
Documents indicate the ongoing debate in the Irish government about arms contracts with Israeli firms, emphasizing concerns about international perceptions and moral implications of using such equipment.
Foreign Affairs minister David Andrews raised ethical questions regarding the implications of employing weapons sourced from Israeli firms in operations, particularly concerning potential reactions from affected communities.
The records demonstrate a consistent engagement with Israeli arms suppliers over a decade, highlighting the complex interplay between cost-effectiveness and ethical considerations in military procurement.
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