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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Cillian Sherlock

DARK SECRETS: What s behind ireland s fuel protests and why they re escalating | Rare Historical Photos

Ireland’s Defence Forces have been placed on “standby” as nationwide fuel protests, now in their fourth day, continue to cause significant disruption and threaten critical supplies across the country.

The military’s potential involvement comes as blockades outside major fuel depots intensify, prompting a government shift towards an “enforcement” phase in response to the escalating crisis.

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