A bomb disposal unit was deployed at Dublin Airport following a security scare, causing significant disruption for travellers.

The national police service confirmed the alarm was raised after staff raised concerns about a piece of luggage in Terminal 2 (T2) on Saturday afternoon, September 20.

Footage shows emergency responders arriving at the scene to examine the suspicious item.

The discovery led authorities to order a full evacuation of the terminal, forcing thousands of passengers to leave the building and wait outside.

Officials said the item was found to pose no threat, confirming the bag was safely removed, with no arrests made.

The event unfolded amid widespread disruptions triggered by a Europe-wide cyberattack that targeted airline check-in and boarding systems, worsening travel chaos at airports across the continent.