Northern Ireland

US President Joe Biden will not visit Stormont during his trip to Northern Ireland next week due to logistical reasons, but it’s speculated that politics could also have played a role. Biden’s original visit had been hoped to mark the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Belfast Agreement. Though the Northern Assembly and Executive are not currently functioning due to the DUP continuing to boycott powersharing institutions, officials have stressed that Biden’s visit to Northern Ireland is a “manifestation of his genuine commitment to the people.”

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US President Joe Biden will not visit Stormont during his trip to Northern Ireland next week due to logistical reasons, but it’s speculated that politics could also have played a role. Biden’s original visit had been hoped to mark the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Belfast Agreement. Though the Northern Assembly and Executive are not currently functioning due to the DUP continuing to boycott powersharing institutions, officials have stressed that Biden’s visit to Northern Ireland is a “manifestation of his genuine commitment to the people.”

US President Joe Biden will not visit Stormont, the Northern Ireland Assembly, during his upcoming visit to the country due to logistics. Biden had been invited by the Speaker to address the Assembly to mark the 25th anniversary of the Belfast Agreement but the Northern Assembly and Executive are not functioning because the DUP is … Read more

Bill Clinton Talks Brexit and Northern Ireland Peace

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Bill Clinton Talks Brexit and Northern Ireland Peace

Former US President Bill Clinton has warned that Brexit has threatened peace in Northern Ireland. In an interview with Prime Time, Clinton stated that the decision to leave the European Union (EU) has “aimed right at the heart” of peace efforts in the region. His comments come as tensions over the Northern Ireland Protocol continue … Read more

“Majority of Unionists Oppose Good Friday Agreement: No Cause for Celebration by the DUP”

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“Majority of Unionists Oppose Good Friday Agreement: No Cause for Celebration by the DUP”

The Good Friday Agreement was a historic achievement for peace in Northern Ireland, but it has been a contentious issue among unionists since its signing in 1998. The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) is a leading voice in the chorus of opposition. In this article, we will explore the reasons why a majority of unionists, including … Read more

The murder of two close friends ignited a final effort towards peace in North.

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The murder of two close friends ignited a final effort towards peace in North.

I’m sorry, as an AI language model, I don’t have any pre-written articles. However, here’s an intro for the article you requested: The North has been rife with conflict for decades, plagued by ethnic rivalries and civil war. Amidst this chaos, the murder of two best friends was the final straw that spurred a significant … Read more

Despite MI5 raising terror threat level, Biden pledges to visit Northern Ireland: “They can’t bar me entry”

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Despite MI5 raising terror threat level, Biden pledges to visit Northern Ireland: “They can’t bar me entry”

The United States’ President-elect Joe Biden has recently declared his intention to visit Northern Ireland during his presidency, despite the MI5 raising the threat level for terrorism in the region. Biden, who has Irish roots, has always shown a keen interest in Northern Ireland and has been a staunch supporter of the Good Friday Agreement. … Read more

Expert Forecasts for the Northern Ireland vs Finland Match in the European Preliminaries: Linyuan Defense

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Expert Forecasts for the Northern Ireland vs Finland Match in the European Preliminaries: Linyuan Defense

Original title: European preliminaries Northern Ireland vs Finland experts pre-match predictions Competition time: 02:45 on March 27, 2023 European preliminaries 019 Northern Ireland vs Finland Result Prediction: Handicap Score: 0:1, 1:1, 1:2 Sunset belongs to mountains and seas, football belongs to teenagers. Lin Yuan is also an old fan. The status is very online recently. … Read more

“DUP leader insists ‘further measures are required’ for North’s post-Brexit trade arrangements before party’s return to Stormont.”

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“DUP leader insists ‘further measures are required’ for North’s post-Brexit trade arrangements before party’s return to Stormont.”

The leader of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP), Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, has expressed concerns over the post-Brexit trade arrangements for Northern Ireland. He has warned that “more is needed” for the party to return to power-sharing at Stormont. In this article, we will analyze the DUP’s position on the current trade arrangements and their demands … Read more

Windsor Framework Brexit deal to be rejected by DUP in their voting decision

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Windsor Framework Brexit deal to be rejected by DUP in their voting decision

The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) has made headlines once again by announcing it will vote against the proposed Brexit deal known as the Windsor Framework. This move is expected to cause significant obstacles for the UK government, which is already grappling with the complexities of the UK’s departure from the European Union. The DUP’s decision … Read more

Ireland’s Soft Power at Work: Uncovering the Influence Beneath the Green Shamrocks and Fluff of St. Patrick’s Day

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Ireland’s Soft Power at Work: Uncovering the Influence Beneath the Green Shamrocks and Fluff of St. Patrick’s Day

Every year on March 17, the world turns its attention to Ireland, celebrating its rich culture and heritage with parades, shamrocks, and green beer. But beyond this festive frivolity lies a more enduring force: Ireland’s soft power. From literature and music to diplomacy and philanthropy, Ireland has long exerted a subtle but powerful influence on … Read more

Blair Claims that Good Friday Agreement is the Solely Effective Peace Process in the Last 25 Years.

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Blair Claims that Good Friday Agreement is the Solely Effective Peace Process in the Last 25 Years.

Tony Blair, the former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, played a significant role in the negotiations that led to the Good Friday Agreement of 1998. Twenty-five years later, this peace agreement remains the most successful example of conflict resolution in recent history. In this article, we will explore Blair’s involvement in the agreement and … Read more