Belfast bombing links New IRA to Iran-Hezbollah axis, widening fears of a global militant network

A New IRA car bomb outside a Belfast police station, claimed by the group, is described as linked to Iran and Hezbollah in reporting and intelligence sources. Experts warn this could reflect a broader axis of resistance, with cross-border learning and potential external support enabling a more global militant network, raising alarms for Western security services and signaling a pattern of proxies sharing tactics across theaters. Authorities also note the ongoing threat to police and security personnel amid attempts to deter further attacks tied to the dissident group and the legacy of the Good Friday Agreement.