Ireland’s government approves plans for the Defence Forces to acquire their first long-range primary military radar capability, according to Irish Examiner and Irish Independent. The Minister for Defence, Helen McEntee, says Ireland expects initial elements of the new radar system to be in place next year, with the full system operational by the end of 2028. The approval is described by Irish Independent as a major milestone for the Defence Forces’ upgrade programme and for establishing full radar capabilities over a phased timeline. Both outlets frame the decision as part of wider efforts to strengthen Ireland’s long-range sensing and defence preparedness, while emphasizing that delivery is staged: early components are expected to arrive first, followed by completion of the full radar system by late 2028. The reporting does not provide further technical specifications, procurement details, or cost figures in the excerpts provided.