New IRA bombing fuels fears of global militant network tied to Iran, Hezbollah
The New IRA claimed responsibility for a car bomb attack outside a police station in Belfast, heightening concerns about its links to Iran and Hezbollah. A 66-year-old man was arrested in connection with the blast, which targeted police and included threats against collaborators. Analysts warn the group's ties are part of a broader, evolving hybrid warfare network involving state and non-state actors. The incident underscores fears of cross-border militant collaboration and shared tactics among global adversaries.
- ▪The New IRA claimed a car bomb attack on a Police Service of Northern Ireland station in Dunmurry, Belfast, aiming to kill officers.
- ▪A 66-year-old man was arrested under terrorism laws following the explosion.
- ▪Intelligence reports suggest connections between the New IRA, Hezbollah, and Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
- ▪Former Defense Department intelligence officer Andrew Badger described the links as part of a maturing hybrid warfare model involving Russia, Iran, and allied non-state actors.
- ▪The European Union has designated Iran's IRGC as a terrorist organization, while the UK has delayed similar action.
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Lebanon New IRA bombing fuels fears of global militant network tied to Iran, Hezbollah Former Defense Department intelligence officer says the link is part of a maturing hybrid warfare model By Emma Bussey Fox News Published April 28, 2026 5:21pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Iran reportedly activating sleeper cells abroad as Trump warns of US threat Fox News' Steve Harrigan reports on Iran activating sleeper cells globally and Iranians fleeing to Armenia amid intensifying Middle East conflict. National security and military analyst Dr. Rebecca Grant also provides her analysis.
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