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Document #2144926
USDOS – US Department of State (Author)
Aka: CIRA; Continuity Army Council; Continuity IRA; Republican Sinn Fein.
Description: Designated as an FTO on July 13, 2004, the Continuity Irish Republican Army (the CIRA) was a terrorist splinter group that became operational in 1986 as the clandestine armed wing of Republican Sinn Fein, following its split from Sinn Fein. “Continuity” refers to the group’s belief that it was carrying on the original goal of the Irish Republican Army, to force the British out of Northern Ireland. The CIRA cooperates with the New Irish Republican Army.
Activities: The CIRA did not claim responsibility for any attacks in 2024.
Strength: CIRA’s membership was small, possibly fewer than 50.
Location/Area of Operation: United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland.
Funding and External Aid: The CIRA supports its activities through criminal activities, including bank robberies, extortion, and smuggling.
Country Report on Terrorism 2024 - Chapter 1 - United Kingdom (Periodical Report, English)
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