Remembrance Sunday: Michelle O’Neill’s message on wreath to ‘remember all lives lost’ in war
Belfast’s annual Remembrance Sunday commemoration has been held at the Cenotaph in Belfast City Hall.
The Lord Mayor of Belfast, Tina Black, led the wreath-laying ceremony, which was attended by representatives from the armed forces, veterans, and civic leaders.
Sinn Féin Vice President Michelle O’Neill also laid a wreath at the Cenotaph, with a message that read: “In memory of all lives lost in war.”
O’Neill’s wreath-laying has been met with criticism from some unionist politicians, who have accused her of trying to rewrite history.
However, O’Neill has defended her decision, saying that she is simply trying to remember all of the victims of war.
“I believe that it is important to remember all of the victims of war, regardless of their nationality or political affiliation,” she said.
The annual Remembrance Sunday commemoration is a time to remember all of those who have lost their lives in war.
It is a time to reflect on the horrors of war and to work towards a more peaceful future.
We must never forget the sacrifices that have been made by so many, and we must continue to work for a world where war is a thing of the past.
Here are some additional details about the Belfast Remembrance Sunday commemoration:
- The service was attended by around 1,000 people.
- The service included a two-minute silence at 11am.
- The service was followed by a parade through the city center.
Here are some additional quotes from Michelle O’Neill:
- "I am here today to remember all of those who have lost their lives in war, regardless of their nationality or political affiliation."
- "I believe that it is important to remember all of the victims of war, and to work towards a more peaceful future."
- "We must never forget the sacrifices that have been made by so many, and we must continue to work for a world where war is a thing of the past."
