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Historic First: Sinn Féin’s O’Neill to Attend Remembrance Sunday Ceremony

Michelle O’Neill, Northern Ireland’s First Minister, is set to make history by becoming the first senior Sinn Féin member to participate in the official Remembrance Sunday ceremony in Belfast. O’Neill will lay a laurel wreath at the Cenotaph, emphasizing her commitment to serve as a ‘first minister for all.’ Acknowledge potential discomfort among some republicans, she firmly believes this gesture is essential for respecting all citizens and recognizing their losses. O’Neill’s attendance marks a significant shift for Sinn Féin in engaging with traditional commemorative events.

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