Yury Filatov
IrelanddiplomatMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Yury Filatov is the Russian ambassador to Ireland, known for his diplomatic role in representing Russian interests in the country. Recently, he was in the news following a reported drone sighting near Dublin, which prompted discussions about hybrid warfare and security threats, particularly in the context of heightened tensions involving Russia.
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Yury Filatov is the Russian ambassador summoned by Helen McEntee.
We need leaders with the courage of a Kennedy or a de Gaulle – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2026-09-12
Ireland· 2026-09-12
Russian ambassador to Ireland Yury Filatov denied Russia was involved in the incident.
Taoiseach says gardaí prepared for Trump visit in wake of reported drone sighting – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2026-09-09
Ireland· 2026-09-09
