On This Day - 10 Apr 1998: Northern Ireland peace deal reached

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10 Apr 1998: Northern Ireland peace deal reached10 Apr 1998: Northern Ireland peace deal reached

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Political leaders of the UK and Ireland shake hands on an historic agreement.

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