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Peace activist, 91, walks across Ireland in protest against US military stopovers

Doolan, 91, completed a 220km trek across Ireland to Dublin to protest US military flights via Shannon airport.
She says Shannon’s use by US military planes violates Irish neutrality and questions government oversight.
Activists and supporters joined along the route, including meetings in Limerick, Nenagh, and Leinster House.
Doolan framed the march as a stand for Irish neutrality and against intelligence of US flights.
In Dublin, Labour leader Ivana Bacik praised Doolan and urged government action on Shannon.
The Irish prime minister acknowledged Doolan's respect but defended Shannon’s non-involvement in the Middle East conflict.
Doolan has previously marked milestones, including a 90th birthday skydive.
The march also served as a tribute to Doolan’s late friend Margaretta D’Arcy.
The protest drew broader European attention to US military flights and related bases.
Doolan urged ordinary citizens to take action to support neutrality.
Shannon airport policy remains contested amid ongoing debates over neutrality and security.

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