Belfast marks 30th anniversary of Bloody Friday

Residents of Belfast are today marking the 30th anniversary of Bloody Friday, when nine people were killed and more than 100 injured in a spate of IRA bombings across the city.

Sun, 21 Jul, 2002 - 09:35

Residents of Belfast are today marking the 30th anniversary of Bloody Friday, when nine people were killed and more than 100 injured in a spate of IRA bombings across the city.

On July 21st, 1972, the IRA detonated a total of 22 bombs in Belfast in the space of 75 minutes.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Save €40 on an Annual Subscription.​

Continue reading within unlimited digital access and exclusive subscriber benefits.

Cancel anytime

CONNECT WITH US TODAY

Whatsapp logo

WHATSAPP

Newsletter logo

NEWSLETTERS

Notification logo

NOTIFICATIONS

Be the first to know the latest news and updates

More in this section

‘She has been hidden long enough’: JoJo Dullard’s sister makes emotional appeal ‘She has been hidden long enough’: JoJo Dullard’s sister makes emotional appeal
'There is no money in this shop, it is a charity': My Lovely Horse Rescue devastated after break-in 'There is no money in this shop, it is a charity': My Lovely Horse Rescue devastated after break-in
SERBIA-CLIMATE-WEATHER-HEATWAVE-DROUGHT-WWII Last month the warmest October on record with 2026 on course to be second-warmest year
CourtsHeathrowPlace: BelfastEvent: Bloody FridayOrganisation: IRA
<p>Gardaí surround RTÉ studios in Dublin after the national broadcaster received a bomb threat and staff were evacuated. Picture: Sam Boal/Collins Photos</p>

Russian Embassy dismisses claims of link to bomb threats targeting Irish media and airlines

READ NOW

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Get a lunch briefing straight to your inbox at noon daily. Also be the first to know with our occasional Breaking News emails.

Latest

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited