World · 8 August 2026

Irish government jet flies to UAE for Kinahan extradition

Ireland's government jet has been dispatched to the United Arab Emirates in connection with efforts to extradite Daniel Kinahan, who was arrested in Dubai in April. Kinahan is suspected of being a crime boss and is anticipated to return to Ireland by air on Sunday. Irish authorities are preparing to prosecute him for leading an organised crime group.

By BriefTea Editorial · 8 August 2026 at 20:58

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