3-word code name for Ireland's massive military operation during Trump visit revealed

3-word code name for Ireland's massive military operation during Trump visit revealed
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3-word code name for Ireland's massive military operation during Trump visit revealed Operation Far Sunrise will be concentrated in Co Clare where Trump is set to be Saturday night ahead of his appearance at the Irish Open on Sunday View 3 Images Security personal has been spotted scoping out the areas where Trump will be next weekend (Image: Collins Photo Agency) The elaborate security operation for Trump's two-day visit to Ireland has been given a three-word code name. ‌ No stone has been left unturned in the lead up to the U.S. president's visit to Ireland next weekend. Final preparations are in full swing as Trump is set to arrive next Saturday. A source told the Irish Independent, 'everything is being thrown at this,' by Ireland's police force An Garda Síochána. The main element of the garda security operation has been dubbed Operation Far Sunrise, and will be concentrated in Co Clare, where a senior strategic commander and operational commanders on the ground will oversee the operation. Article continues below Fierce military chinooks spotted in skies over Ireland as Trump prepares for Doonbeg trip READ MORE : The meaning behind the unusual operation name is not clear. Many details of the security plan are being kept under wraps. The president is set to touch down in Ireland on September 12 and 13, with engagements first planned in the capital city of Dublin. Later, he will travel to his golf resort in Doonbeg, Co. Clare, which will be hosting the Irish Open. According to multiple reports, Trump will spend Saturday night in Doonbeg. ‌ View 3 Images Operation Far Sunrise will focus on Trump's movements in Doonbeg (Image: © Collins Photo Agency) However, gardaí are said to have multiple contingency plans in place if the president's schedule changes at short notice. 'A week is a long time in US politics, and anything can happen between now and next weekend,' a security source said, according to the Independent. ‌ 'The ongoing war in Iran could throw up a curveball, there could be a pressing domestic issue, or Mr Trump could simply decide he feels like changing his plan. Gardaí have to be prepared for multiple eventualities.' On Monday afternoon, four US Army Boeing CH-47 Chinook helicopters were spotted in the skies over South Dublin, marking the first sign of the security operations for Dubliners who witnessed the unusual sight. View 3 Images There are expected to be many protests facing Trump when he arrives in Ireland next weekend (Image: AFP via Getty Images) ‌ U.S. military transport aircraft have been landing at Dublin Airport in recent days, delivering equipment, including armoured SUVs and other blast-proof vehicles that Trump's security team will use. As always, the Secret Service will assume primary responsibility for Trump's close protection. They will be assisted by armed gardaí specialised in VIP duties, reports say. His first order of business will be a meeting with President Catherine Connolly, a known-critic of his, who previously took part in protesting his last visit to Ireland in 2019. Numerous protests have already begun to pop up around the country, with the main demonstrations scheduled for Saturday. For all the latest news straight to your inbox, sign up for our FREE newsletters here.

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