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Orange Volunteers (OV)

From: Patterns of Global Terrorism, 1999. United States Department of State, April 2000.

Description
Extremist Protestant terrorist group comprised largely of disgruntled Loyalist hardliners who split from groups observing the cease-fire. OV seeks to prevent a political settlement with Irish nationalists by attacking Catholic civilian interests in Northern Ireland.

Activities
Bombings, arson, beatings, possibly robberies.

Strength
Possibly around 20 hardcore members, many of whom are experienced in terrorist tactics and bombmaking.

Location/Area of Operations
Northern Ireland.

External Aid
None.

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