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Northern Ireland terrorism threat raised to second-highest level

The UK raises terrorism threat level in Northern Ireland to 'severe' ahead of the 25th anniversary of the peace deal and an expected visit by US president Joe Biden.

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  • MI5 raises Northern Ireland terrorism threat level to 'severe', meaning an attack is 'highly likely'.
  • Decision follows attack on off-duty officer in February claimed by dissident republican group.
  • Increase to second-highest threat level comes ahead of 25th anniversary of Good Friday Agreement.
  • PSNI preparing to boost security, as Biden is expected to visit the region soon.
  • UK Northern Ireland secretary urges public to remain vigilant but not alarmed.
Northern Ireland terrorism threat raised to second-highest level
Assessment by domestic intelligence agency MI5 means attack is ‘highly likely’
Financial TimesJude Webber

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