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Where is the Republic of Ireland located in Europe?
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The Republic of Ireland is located on the island of Ireland, which lies off the northwestern coast of Europe. It constitutes the westernmost outpost of the Atlantic fringe of the Eurasian landmass and is situated on the European continental shelf.12
The island is positioned to the west of Great Britain, separated by the North Channel, the Irish Sea, and St. George’s Channel. While the island is geographically part of the British Isles, the Republic of Ireland is a sovereign nation that occupies the greater part of the island, with the remainder, Northern Ireland, being part of the United Kingdom.13