With no immediate aim and much less of the former training and action, any paramilitary organisation can fall apart, even the IRA. Some subgroups reminiscent of the former glorious action days and not feeling fit for the political way of Sinn Fein, could use their military training and knowledge of weapons for a more private purpose.

'Rafia' is a name used to describe that development. Similar developments happen to the Loyalist paramilitaries, but they may lack the ability for such a coup.

It has been reported that people are being intimidated or prevented from assisting the McCartney family in their search for truth and justice.

We wish to make it absolutely clear that no one should hinder or impede the McCartney family in their search for truth and justice. Anyone who can help the family in this should do so. (IRA)

Wolfgang