First minister rejects call to resign over Drumcree row

Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle O'Neill has dismissed demands from the DUP to resign following her participation in protests against the Drumcree parade on Garvaghy Road. Unionist politicians labeled her the "first minister of lawlessness," arguing that her actions violated the ministerial pledge.

Addressing the Stormont assembly, O'Neill defended her stance, stating she was proud to support local residents and calling the Orange Order march sectarian and triumphalist. She asserted that she would continue standing with the community regardless of police investigations into the blocked route.