Cathal Berry

Cathal Berry

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Cathal Berry is a former officer in the Irish Army Ranger Wing (ARW) and a military analyst known for his insights into defense operations and military resource management. He has voiced concerns regarding the equipment and resources available to the Irish Defence Forces, particularly in light of recent high-stakes operations like Operation Piano, which involved a significant drug interdiction at sea. Berry emphasizes the need for adequate resources and support for military personnel to ensure the success and safety of operations.

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Cathal Berry, a former TD and Army Ranger Wing commandant, discusses the procurement choices for military equipment in Ireland.

As Ireland strengthens its military, one country and company gain the most – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-01-25
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Former TD and Army Ranger wing commandant Cathal Berry said the LTAVs were 'a disaster' and their purchase offered valuable lessons as Ireland looks at spending hundreds of millions on military equipment in the coming years.

Defence Forces retires ‘disastrous’ armoured fleet as it looks to French replacements – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-01-24
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Former elite officer Cathal Berry noted that discussions about strengthening defense in Irish society are often seen as inappropriate.

Țara considerată „veriga cea mai slabă” a Europei în fața Rusiei lui Putin
Adevărul·RomaniaRomania· 2025-12-23
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Cathal Berry highlighted the limitations of the Irish military's resources in drug interdiction efforts.

La "superautopista" marina que los carteles sudamericanos usan para enviar droga a Reino Unido y Europa a través de Irlanda
El Deber·BoliviaBolivia· 2025-09-13
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Cathal Berry is an ex-Irish Army commandant who discussed the vulnerabilities of Ireland's territorial waters.

Huge drugs bust reveals battles on cocaine 'superhighway'
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-08
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Former ARW officer Cathal Berry commented on the resource issues faced during the operation.

How the Defence Forces carried out its most daring operation in decades, with minimal resources – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-07-06
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