Ireland’s Taoiseach has said gardaí are prepared for the upcoming visit of former US President Donald Trump, following reports of a large drone sighted off the east coast, according to The Irish Times.
The reported sighting occurred near Dublin Bay and was first raised by an Aer Lingus pilot, who described seeing a large unidentified black drone, per BreakingNews.ie and Dublin Live. The Journal notes that military and gardaí are investigating the “unverified” aircraft, with mystery still surrounding the incident.
Speaking in response to the reports, the Taoiseach said gardaí were ready for Trump’s visit, which is expected to draw significant security attention. The Irish Times reports that his comments came after the drone was reported off the coast of Wicklow, with authorities treating the matter seriously.
The sighting has prompted an investigation by both the Irish military and gardaí, though officials have stressed that the report remains unconfirmed. RTE.ie also covered the story, noting that a large drone was reported off the east coast and that an investigation is underway.
The drone’s origin and purpose remain unclear, and no further details have been released about the aircraft or its operator. The Aer Lingus pilot’s account is the primary source of the report, and no other sightings have been publicly confirmed.
With Trump’s visit approaching, security preparations are already a focus for Irish authorities. The reported drone adds a new layer of scrutiny to those plans, though the Taoiseach’s remarks suggest confidence in the current readiness of gardaí.
What to watch next: Whether the investigation yields any confirmation of the drone’s identity or origin before Trump arrives.
