7. The IRA Ceasefire of 1994
On August 31, 1994, the Irish Republican Army (IRA) declared a “complete cessation” of military operations, marking a pivotal moment in the Northern Ireland peace process. This ceasefire paved the way for subsequent negotiations, including the Good Friday Agreement of 1998, which aimed to establish a devolved government and address key issues such as policing and human rights (rte.ie).
