Cross-border journeys faced continued disruption for a second successive day due to ongoing fuel protests within the Republic of Ireland. Slow-moving convoys, organized to protest against elevated fuel costs — attributed to the conflict involving the United States and Israel against Iran — have converged on Dublin and other key locations.

Protesters have established their presence on major roadways leading into the capital and near other significant urban centers. Authorities confirmed that O’Connell Street and O’Connell Bridge in Dublin experienced a complete standstill. Consequently, Dublin Airport advised travelers to allocate additional time for their commute. Similarly, Translink, a public transport operator, has reported delays and significant disruption affecting its cross-border services.

Until further notice, all of Translink’s X1, X2, X3, and X4 services will conclude their routes at Dublin Airport. The recent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have precipitated a sharp increase in the prices of both petrol and diesel. This surge is partly due to the halting of approximately 20% of global oil trade, stemming from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for the supply of crude oil, the primary component in gasoline and diesel production.

In response to these developments, fuel prices in the Republic of Ireland have dramatically escalated. Diesel now stands at approximately €2.14 per litre (£1.86), with petrol priced around €1.91 per litre (£1.66). Reports indicate even higher prices in certain areas.

Tánaiste (Irish Deputy Prime Minister) Simon Harris has scheduled a meeting for Wednesday to specifically address the pressing issue of energy prices and supply. The demonstrations have impacted a range of significant roadways:

Dublin city center, encompassing O’Connell Street, O’Connell Bridge, and both the north and south quays.
In County Limerick, the N21 route was affected from Adare towards Limerick city, as was the Ballysimon Road.
The Macroom bypass in County Cork experienced disruptions in both directions.
Galway Docks in Galway city also faced delays.
In County Tipperary, M8 Junctions 6 through 9 on the northbound carriageway were impacted.
Finally, M8 Junction 18 at Glanmire in County Cork also reported congestion.