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Leaked emails reveal British intel instigated riots in occupied Ireland with twisted ploys
United States🏛️ Politics9 days ago

Leaked emails reveal British intel instigated riots in occupied Ireland with twisted ploys

Leaked emails obtained by The Grayzone reveal that British military and intelligence officials stationed in occupied Ireland during the 1980s engaged in covert operations designed to provoke unrest among Catholic and Protestant communities. These actions were reportedly used to justify further repression. Veterans of the Troubles, some of whom later joined private intelligence firms like Hakluyt, expressed continued disdain for Irish Catholics and nostalgia for tactics employed during the conflict. One such tactic involved placing a sandwich on the grave of Bobby Sands, a prominent hunger striker, which allegedly had a destabilizing effect. The documents highlight ongoing ties between retired intelligence operatives and private firms, raising questions about the continuity of certain practices.

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Leaked emails reveal British intel instigated riots in occupied Ireland with twisted ploys

Leaked emails obtained by The Grayzone reveal that British military and intelligence officials stationed in occupied Ireland during the 1980s engaged in covert operations designed to provoke unrest among Catholic and Protestant communities. These actions were reportedly used to justify further repression. Veterans of the Troubles, some of whom later joined private intelligence firms like Hakluyt, expressed continued disdain for Irish Catholics and nostalgia for tactics employed during the conflict. One such tactic involved placing a sandwich on the grave of Bobby Sands, a prominent hunger striker, which allegedly had a destabilizing effect. The documents highlight ongoing ties between retired intelligence operatives and private firms, raising questions about the continuity of certain practices.

Bias read (Left): The article presents a critical perspective on British intelligence operations in Ireland, emphasizing their role in inciting violence and using oppressive measures against Irish communities. It highlights the continued influence of former intelligence agents in private firms and frames their past '

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