Ireland will allow spot inspections of US military planes for undeclared weapons under new powers.

Ireland is set to introduce new powers allowing authorities to conduct spot inspections of aircraft suspected of carrying undeclared weapons or military parts. This initiative, called Search, Sanction, and Sample (SSS), will enable Irish agents to board US military planes and impose serious sanctions for violations. The move responds to concerns over munitions transported through Irish airspace, marking a shift from reliance on US assurances to a more proactive verification approach.

November 04, 2024
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