Ring of steel see parts of Dublin brought to standstill ahead of major EU events

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Two major EU presidency events are taking place in the capital on Thursday and Friday.

The biggest security operation in the history of the Irish state is under way, as authorities in Dublin mount a ring of steel throughout the capital.

Traffic restrictions and road closures in Dublin are to be brought in from Wednesday, as commuters were warned of severe traffic delays.

As delegates arrive for two major EU presidency events on Thursday and Friday, police in Dublin have shut down parts of the city as part of the largest policing and security operation.

More than 50 world leaders will visit Dublin for the European Political Community (EPC) summit on Thursday, followed by an informal meeting of the EU Council on Friday.

Both events will take place at the Convention Centre on the North Wall Quay and will be followed by a dinner event at the National Gallery on the south side of the city.

Vast barriers have been put in place around the area, preventing access to vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians.

Exclusion zones have also been put in place for air and maritime as world leaders descend on the city.

The security operation will see thousands of gardaí deployed throughout the city.

There will be 100 specially trained motorcycle escort officers who will perform a minimum of 200 movements of VIPs, including heads of state.

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