Army bomb squad at scene of incident near Leinster House

"Merrion Square North is closed to rush hour traffic this evening. The Army Bomb Squad are dealing with a situation near Leinster House in Dublin city centre this evening. Merrion Square North is closed to traffic and pedestrians, leading to delays in the area. The Irish Independent is attempting to establish the circumstances around the incident. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit from the Defence Forces are currently located outside the offices of the Irish Red Cross. Gardaí have cordoned off the street."

"Merrion Square North is a short distance from Government Buildings and Leinster House. An Garda Síochána were not immediately in a position to comment. More to follow"

Merrion Square North is closed to rush hour traffic and to pedestrians this evening, causing delays in the surrounding area. The Army Bomb Squad is dealing with a situation near Leinster House in Dublin city centre. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit from the Defence Forces is positioned outside the offices of the Irish Red Cross. Gardaí have cordoned off the street and restricted access. Merrion Square North is a short distance from Government Buildings and Leinster House. An Garda Síochána were not immediately in a position to comment. Further updates are expected.

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