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Ireland was identified as one of 14 European states used for so-called rendition flights (Photo: Edward Horgan)

Ireland considering inspections of US military flights

US military-related flights landing in Ireland's Shannon airport might be subject to inspections in the future.

The Dublin government is considering the move after a US marine being held prisoner was transported through the airport last Sunday (11 June) without appropriate permission given by the Irish authorities, according to the Irish Times.

Alleged American transport of prisoners and terror suspects is coming under inceasing scrutiny in Europe, after publication of a Council...

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Lisbeth founded EUobserver in 2000 and is responsible to the Board for effective strategic leadership, planning and performance. After graduating from the Danish School of Media and Journalism, she worked as a journalist, analyst, and editor for Danish media.

Ireland was identified as one of 14 European states used for so-called rendition flights (Photo: Edward Horgan)

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Lisbeth founded EUobserver in 2000 and is responsible to the Board for effective strategic leadership, planning and performance. After graduating from the Danish School of Media and Journalism, she worked as a journalist, analyst, and editor for Danish media.

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