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'Extremely significant' bomb in car intercepted on way to NI, Irish police say

'Extremely significant' bomb in car intercepted on way to NI, Irish police say

Summary

Irish police stopped a car carrying a large bomb near the border between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Two people were arrested, and the bomb was meant for an attack in Northern Ireland.

Key Facts

  • The car was stopped on the N2 road near Carrickmacross, County Monaghan.
  • Police found a bomb with a power unit, detonator, and military-grade explosives.
  • The bomb was expected to be used as an under-car bomb.
  • A woman in her 20s driving the car was arrested first, followed by a man in his 40s.
  • Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly called the seizure "extremely significant."
  • The attack is linked to a small group of dissident republicans who oppose the Good Friday Agreement.
  • These groups did not give up their weapons as agreed in past peace deals.
  • Police said the threat from such groups will continue for some time.
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