The Troubles engulfed Northern Ireland in conflict for nearly 30 years. It was – and remains – a contentious period, with roots going back centuries.
A fragile peace called the Good Friday Agreement was signed in 1998, yet many aspects of the conflict remain unresolved to this day.
Find out more about Northern Ireland and the Troubles in our four-part YouTube video series below.
The Troubles video series

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This four-part series examines the entire history of the Troubles, from the causes of the conflict to the long and difficult peace negotiations:
- Episode one: Origins
- Episode two: Escalation
- Episode three: Division
- Episode four: Peace