Brendan Griffin (Kerry, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

This is a watershed moment for European democracy. It is really important that countries like Ireland step up and make our assistance felt in Ukraine. I welcome the efforts that have been made to date. The value of the contribution that has been made is vitally important. I urge the Minister to continue those levels of assistance. I think we are into a crucial phase in this conflict. It is very important that the European Union gives its full support to the people of Ukraine who are trying to liberate their country from an illegal, highly aggressive and appalling invasion by Russia.

It is important that any military equipment that we have in this country that is nearing the end of its life should be relocated to other European neighbours to cover the displacement of aid that they are giving to Ukraine. Has that been considered?

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