Germany’s top security official said yesterday he will try to find a way for Edward Snowden to speak to German officials if the former National Security Agency contractor is willing to provide details about the NSA’s activities including alleged surveillance of chancellor Angela Merkel’s cellphone.

Germany’s security chief wants to arrange a meeting with NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden if he is willing to provide details about the agency’s activities including the alleged surveillance of Chancellor Angela Merkel’s mobile phone.

The Cork to Belfast rail link is among the European rail lines which could be potential targets for al Qaeda.