# Ireland police arrest man and woman over sophisticated bomb plot

Police in Ireland arrested a man and a woman after intercepting a "highly sophisticated" bomb. The device was described as advanced, suggesting a serious security threat. The arrests underscore ongoing counterterrorism efforts in the region.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/24/woman-man-arrested-ireland-police-intercept-highly-sophisticated-bomb) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:34:51 GMT