The Northern Ireland Conflict - How the State to Nation Imbalance Caused a Centuries' Conflict

The essay explores the historical conflict between Protestants and Catholics in Northern Ireland, emphasizing that the struggle has evolved beyond religious differences into a political battle over the region's future. It highlights the contrasting national identities, with Protestants favoring continued union with the United Kingdom and Catholics advocating for unification with the Republic of Ireland. The author argues that the conflict is rooted in national competition rather than religious intolerance, as both sides acknowledge each other's right to exist.