Heat for the IRA

[Drivindeath]

Tensions are rising here in Ireland as the Garda Síochána ramp up operations at catching the Irish Republican Army. A mandatory 2100 Curfew has been put in place across Ireland. The Gardaí have been given emergency powers by Minister of Defence Seán Barrett, to stopping this threat. Many citizens are concerned with the recent recruiting of military personnel and now the curfews. Many believe that the government in particular Seán Barrett and Pat Rabbitte are trying to seize power for themselves while the Taoiseach is away in the United State. We have no evidence to prove these accusations but tensions are high across the Country. For now however travel to Ireland remains open, but they are telling tourist to stay in 'Green' areas on maps that are provided with their visas. Drew Harris, Garda Commissioner, has reported that Dublin is the safest of all the cities in Ireland and encourages tourist not to travel outside city limits.

Border guards have also been posted on all major roadways leading in and out of Norther Ireland. They also have personnel on some back roads at random times and dates. They have been stopping all vehicles and checking IDs both into and out of the country. This has caused many traffic issues and complaints. It is unknown at this time how many people have been detained at these check points.

The Gardaí are also at the shipping ports in Cork, Dublin and Galway catching any illegal activity. A few weapons have been seized, although mostly illegal substances such as Marijuana and Cocaine. Most ships that come through however are from foreign nations and are delivering supplies. They are also checking IDs of all ship crews that arrive at port. This has also delayed ships from entering and leaving Ireland, leaving many irritated.

Many patrols of have spotted in the major cities. These patrols have been spotted with military style weapons and armor. They have been seen raiding homes, raiding local businesses and stopping cars and pedestrians. This has cause a lot of civil unrest and many protest have broken out.

Military have been seen working side by side with the Gardaí near the border. Most of these military members are from the 2nd Ordinance Group and 2nd Military Police Company, 2nd Brigade. They have been called in as reinforcements to assist the Gardaí in their operations along the border. There has been no word as to how long this operation will continue or when citizens can go back to their normal day to day lives. The Irish Republican Army has been quite now for the past three weeks with no attacks.