'Extremely significant' bomb in car intercepted near NI border, Irish police say
Irish police have intercepted a significant explosive device in a vehicle near the border of Northern Ireland. Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident, which authorities believe was linked to dissident republican activity.
Why it matters
The discovery of a major explosive device indicates ongoing security threats and the potential for renewed political violence in the region.
Image source, PA Media By Holly Fleck BBC News NI Published 24 July 2026, 11:32 BST Updated 9 minutes ago A car containing an "extremely significant" bomb has been intercepted in the Republic of Ireland as it was being driven across the border for an attack in Northern Ireland, police have said.
The vehicle was stopped during an operation targeting dissident republican activities on Wednesday. Two people were subsequently arrested.
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