What's happened
Princess Diana's 1993 remark about Northern Ireland's constitutional position sparks controversy.
Why it matters
The revelation of Princess Diana's remark adds to the historical understanding of the complex relationship between the UK and Ireland.
What the papers say
The Times emphasizes the historical significance of the event, while The Guardian and The Mirror focus on the controversy and criticism surrounding Princess Diana's remark.
How we got here
The note was written before a visit by Mary Robinson, president of the Republic of Ireland, to Buckingham Palace, marking the first time a serving president of Ireland visited the United Kingdom and visited Queen Elizabeth II.
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Northern Ireland is variously described as a country, province or region which is part of the United Kingdom. Located in the northeast of the island of Ireland, Northern Ireland shares a border to the south and west with the Republic of Ireland.
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Diana, Princess of Wales was a member of the British royal family. She was the first wife of Charles, Prince of Wales, the heir apparent to the British throne, and the mother of Prince William and Prince Harry.
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Elizabeth II is the queen of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms. She was born in London as the first child of the Duke and Duchess of York, later King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, and she was educated privately at home.