A peace agreement nearly a quarter-century ago helped transform Northern Ireland after decades of bitter conflict. But new issues are reawakening old feuds.
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Northern Ireland Sees Spasm of Violence as Old Tensions Resurface
Brexit and Covid have brought longtime grievances to the surface and protests to the streets.
John Hume, Nobel Laureate for Work in Northern Ireland, Dies at 83
The politician’s campaign for peace was seen as a driving force behind an end to 25 years of sectarian conflict in the territory.
Ireland’s 2 Main Parties to Jointly Govern for First Time
The deal between Fianna Fail and Fine Gael attests to the diminished stature of Ireland’s traditional parties as its political landscape fractures and as support for Sinn Fein grows.
Legal Abortion Begins in Northern Ireland
Under a threat from women’s groups to take the matter to court, the health authorities confirmed that the procedure could now be carried out by medical professionals in the region.
Technically Legal in Northern Ireland, Abortions Are Still Unobtainable
The rollout of services has been hung up by arguments over telemedicine abortions, amid suspicions the health minister is trying to stop the process any way he can.
The Driving Force in Irish Politics? Finding a Decent Place to Live
A severe housing crisis has made life unbearable for many young people, who turned in droves to the previously toxic Sinn Fein party in this month’s election.
Irish Voters Cast Off Relic of Entrenched 2-Party System
In a landmark election, Sinn Fein won a seat at the table, though tortuous coalition negotiations will determine who will lead the next government.
Sinn Fein on Threshold: Party With Old I.R.A. Ties Soars in Irish Election
Once ostracized over its ties to sectarian violence, Sinn Fein may now be able to claim a seat at the government table.
Sinn Fein Surges in Irish Elections, Exit Polls Predict
The faction formerly linked to the Irish Republican Army is expected to get an equal share of votes to Prime Minister Leo Varadkar’s party and the main opposition group.