CLEAN : Analyst: N.Ireland protocol change could spark UK-EU trade war

The UK is attempting to unilaterally alter the Withdrawal Agreement, affecting goods checks between the UK and Northern Ireland, and minimizing the European Court of Justice's role. The EU argues this violates international law, potentially leading to a trade war. The Democratic Unionist Party opposes the current arrangement, citing damage to the Good Friday Agreement. The legislation will face challenges in UK Parliament, and its future depends on the government's stability. The EU may view this as a domestic issue, affecting long-term UK-EU relations.

What are the potential economic consequences of a trade war between the UK and the EU?

What factors could influence the UK government's ability to engage with the EU in the future?