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Irish Components Fuel Russian Drones Targeting Ukraine Civilians

2/18/2026

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The Irish Times investigation found components from Irish companies shipped to Russia and used in drones targeting Ukrainian civilians.
Nearly 10 tonnes of banned components reached Russia from January 2024 to March 2025, despite EU export bans.
Investigators found Taoglas antennas and TE Connectivity sensors in Geran-2 drones.
Ukrainian officials say these components are crucial for Russia's military capabilities, equating their supply with sending lethal weapons.

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The Irish Times investigation found components from Irish companies shipped to Russia and used in drones targeting Ukrainian civilians.
Nearly 10 tonnes of banned components reached Russia from January 2024 to March 2025, despite EU export bans.
Investigators found Taoglas antennas and TE Connectivity sensors in Geran-2 drones.
Ukrainian officials say these components are crucial for Russia's military capabilities, equating their supply with sending lethal weapons.