The Real IRA is a paramilitary organization that emerged in 1997 as a splinter group from the original Irish Republican Army (IRA). It aims to end British rule in Northern Ireland and reunify Ireland through armed struggle. The group is known for its opposition to the peace process established by the Good Friday Agreement in 1998. The Real IRA has been involved in various violent activities, including bombings and shootings, targeting both military and civilian entities. It is classified as a terrorist organization by the United Kingdom and other countries, and its actions have led to significant security concerns in Northern Ireland and beyond.