Catchword: Rafia

Filed Under: English, Ireland, Military, Politics

Part of Speech: n.

Quotation: The Provisional IRA, once regarded as a staunch defender of the Catholic community, is rapidly losing all credibility over allegations of money laundering, theft and murder. It is already being referred to in some Catholic areas as the “Rafia,” in reference to the organised crime that has generated millions to bankroll Sinn Fein’s political ambitions.

Article or Document Title:
“Sinn Fein chiefs ‘sitting at IRA’s top table’” (URL)

Author:
Thomas Harding

Article, Document, Publication, Web Site:
Sydney Morning Herald

Publishing Location:
Australia

Dateline:
London, England

Date of Publication:
Feb. 22, 2005

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