He said Russia’s threat to the EU was “serious enough” and added: “Right across all areas, critical maritime security, subsea cables, cyber security, hybrid attacks, Russia presents a threat”. The Irish Examiner reported that an early assessment by Irish security services pointed to Russian intelligence or groups acting on their behalf as being responsible. However, the Detailed Implementation Plan said the arrival of the equipment would be completed by “September 2026”. “I don’t understand how we are about to have a maritime security strategy before a national security strategy,” Mr Geraghty said. Mr Flynn expressed concern at how Irish security agencies are going to work, given the absence of the NSS or NSAC.

Source: Irish Examiner February 23, 2026 10:30 UTC