UK government blocks Northern Ireland march after standoff fueled sectarian tensions

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The British government has blocked a contentious march in Northern Ireland after a two-week standoff…

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  • Reported by ABC News and published Sat, 10 Oct 2026 11:23:01 UTC.

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