United States President Donald Trump’s luxury golf resort in Ireland has been given the all-clear following the discovery of a suspicious package at the renowned course.
A security alert at Trump International Golf Links and Hotel in Doonbeg, Co Clare, linked to President Donald Trump, was resolved on Wednesday, January 21 after an envelope suspected to contain a powdery substance was found on site.
Authorities swiftly implemented a cordon around the resort as a precaution, with the Irish police service An Garda Siochana and the Irish Defence Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal team promptly responding to the situation.
According to a Garda spokesperson, the package was determined to be safe, leading to the removal of the cordon, although investigations are still ongoing.
Eric Trump, the son of the US president, stayed at the hotel after arriving in Dublin on January 20. President Trump later shared an aerial image of the Doonbeg location, emphasizing its upcoming hosting of the Irish Golf Open.
Reportedly, Eric Trump departed Doonbeg early on Wednesday and flew to Davos, Switzerland for the World Economic Forum, as covered by the Irish Mirror.
Previously targeted by a bomb threat, the five-star hotel was subject to a police inquiry but no evacuation was necessary. The property is presently closed for the winter season, with Gardai conducting a thorough search that yielded no suspicious findings.
Both President Trump and Eric Trump are currently in Davos, Switzerland, attending the World Economic Forum, themed “A Spirit of Dialogue” from January 19 to January 23.
During his address at the summit, President Trump expressed pleasure in reuniting with allies and some adversaries, highlighting concerns about the direction of Europe. He also reiterated his interest in negotiating the acquisition of Greenland, citing it as beneficial for Europe’s security and the enhancement of NATO.
He emphasized the importance of US involvement in maintaining the safety of Europe and the alliance, underscoring the significance of his administration’s contributions to NATO in his first term.