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Ireland fuel protests enter day four, military to remove blocking vehicles

newsApr 10, 202641816

Fuel protests entered a fourth day as convoys blocked major roads and restricted access to Dublin Airport, leaving many petrol stations running dry. The government has ordered the military to move vehicles blocking critical infrastructure, including ports and refineries. Hospitals and patients are facing service disruptions, and a family warned the blockades are putting lives at risk. The standoff is disrupting supply chains and public services, prompting strong state intervention and broad political condemnation.

Key Highlights

Fuel protests entered fourth day, blocking roads and airport access nationwide.
Petrol stations are running dry in multiple counties, causing supply shortages.
Government ordered military to move vehicles blocking critical infrastructure and ports.
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