ABC’s Brian Ross: Concern ‘Resurgent Violent Irish Groups’ May Target Royal Wedding

Reporting Monday on ABC’s Good Morning America, Brian Ross detailed the recent return of violent Irish groups who may want to gain attention with a violent attack on the upcoming Royal Wedding. Ross said one group, the “real IRA” may be preparing a strike in the coming weeks.

Professor Paul Bew, of Queens University in Belfast, told Ross “there is something new in play here,” indicating the rise of a splinter group that rejects the thirteen year old peace deal that brought an end to violence over Northern Ireland.

Ross says the “real IRA” group is well-armed and skilled at making bombs. The group is also believed to have rocket or mortar launchers, which could allow terrorists to bomb an event like the Royal Wedding from a distance of more than 300 yards.

Watch the story here, from ABC News:

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