ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Northern Ireland flags issue

Alright kiddo, have you ever seen flags hanging outside buildings or on poles? In Northern Ireland, there are two different kinds of flags that people like to fly: the Union Jack flag, which is the national flag of the United Kingdom, and the Irish tricolor flag, which is the national flag of Ireland.

Now, some people in Northern Ireland believe that Northern Ireland should stay a part of the United Kingdom and always fly the Union Jack flag, while others believe that Northern Ireland should become a part of Ireland and always fly the Irish tricolor flag. And some people believe that both flags should be flown depending on the context.

This can cause some conflicts between people who have different perspectives on which flag should be flown. Some people may get upset when they see the "wrong" flag being flown, and this can lead to tensions and arguments.

So, it's important for people to be respectful of each other's beliefs and opinions, and to try to find ways to peacefully navigate these differences when it comes to flag flying.