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Politics of Northern Ireland

Areas of west Belfast are dominated by vivid murals depicting armed Loyalist and Republican paramilitary figures.

Is Brexit destabilizing Northern Ireland?

Brexit

Last month’s violence in Northern Ireland was blamed on anger over Brexit but, upon closer inspection, the issues run much deeper.

A man with silver hair stands outside with backdrop of border wall behind him.

Northern Ireland still divided by peace walls 20 years after conflict 

Conflict & Justice

Boston College Defends Right to Keep IRA Interviews Secret

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