Passengers forced to walk to Dublin Airport as motorway blocked during fuel protests

WorldPolitics
10 Apr 2026 • 8:55 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Holidaymakers are walking along the motorway to Dublin Airport due to severe traffic congestion caused by ongoing fuel protests.
  • Nationwide fuel protests in Ireland are now in their fourth day, stemming from soaring petrol and diesel costs.
  • The increased fuel prices are attributed to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and its impact on supplies from the Strait of Hormuz.
  • Protests began on Tuesday, 7 April, led by hauliers and agricultural contractors.
  • Demonstrations include slow-moving convoys on motorways, restricted access to Dublin's busiest streets, and blockades of essential fuel depots.

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