Episode

Irish Peacekeepers Return Home

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Belfast News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
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May 27, 2026
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Summary

After a grueling six-month tour in Lebanon, 160 Irish peacekeepers from the 127th Infantry Battalion are finally home — reunited with loved ones at Dublin Airport in emotional scenes of joy and relief. Their mission included high-stakes operations like airlifting a wounded Ghanaian soldier and securing UN posts amid escalating tensions, even surviving a December ambush. As they return, the 128th Battalion deploys in their stead, with Ireland pledging to complete its UNIFIL commitment by end of 2026, beginning a phased withdrawal in 2027 — honoring 48 years of service and ensuring a safe, orderly exit. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6a4961ced2c8cbc4