Abstract
The Northern Ireland conflict has been a topic of discussion for the last 30 years. Due to the long history of this conflict, and the numerous influences for an independent Northern Ireland, a solution has been held as nearly impossible for a long time. Undoubtedly, the differences in religion play a very important role for the insolubility of the problem. The aim of this paper is to help to understand the Northern Ireland conflict, with a special focus on religion and the national environment. These two subjects play an important part, in order to describe and analyze the conflict. In this context, first, a short description of Northern Ireland in regards to geography and population is given, which gives a supportive understanding of the province. This is followed by a brief history, which explains the development of the conflict and also the views of the conflict today, as they are still characterized by historical events. Thirdly, a description of the nation as a whole will be given as well as of the political environment that also has had a key role in the conflict. After that, a closer analysis of the role of religion will be done. Finally, conclusions will be drawn on the findings of the state of Northern Ireland.
