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US Troop Transit Drops at Shannon | Cork News
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- Jul 25, 2026
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US troop transit through Shannon Airport has plummeted 42% this year, with just over 15,000 troops passing through January to June—despite a Middle East military buildup. While commercial flights surged 12%, military use is sharply declining, sparking debate over Ireland’s role in allowing US military access. Critics like former UN peacekeeper Dr. Edward Horgan argue it’s a matter of principle, urging Ireland to follow Spain’s example and deny military transit. In response, the airport has installed new anti-ram barriers after activist protests. If trends continue, this could be the lowest troop transit in a century—down from millions during the Afghanistan and Iraq wars between 2001 and 2012. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d98c6aec7f277bac