Terrorism Investigation Unit detectives, investigating a hijacking and security alert in North Belfast on Friday 25 March, have arrested two men.
A red van was stopped by police at the entrance of the Heath & Care Centre, Cushendall Road, in Ballymena shortly after lunchtime.
As part of the operation, a 51 year-old male was arrested at the scene under the Terrorism Act. The van has been seized and taken away for examination.
A 46-year-old male was also arrested under the Terrorism Act in the Shankill area. Two suspected firearms have been recovered and a vehicle has been taken away for examination.
Both men are currently being questioned in the Serious Crime Suite of Musgrave police station in Belfast.
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