Pipe bomb found before Blair visit

A controlled explosion of a pipe bomb was carried out in central Dublin today just hours before a visit by British Prime Minister Tony Blair, army officers said.

Pipe bomb found before Blair visit
Tue, 06 May, 2003 - 12:03

A controlled explosion of a pipe bomb was carried out in central Dublin today just hours before a visit by British Prime Minister Tony Blair, army officers said.

The device was found within the railings of a house in Merrion Square, close to the National Gallery.

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