Protest vs Power: The Story so Far

MOTH News Special | Live at 1PM Fuel protests have escalated rapidly across Ireland — tractors on roads, blockades forming, clashes with Gardaí, and now the Defence Forces deployed to assist in clearing disruption. But this story isn’t just about rising fuel prices. It’s about pressure — and how the State responds when that pressure turns into protest. In this live MOTH News Special, Keith Walsh and Al break down everything that’s happened over the past week, from the first protests to today’s critical moment. We examine the Government’s response, the decision to deploy military support, and how Ireland compares to similar protests across the world. We’ll also take a step back to look at the system behind the response — from Ireland’s legal foundations to how law, order and protest intersect in moments like this. Plus, voices from across the country reacting in real time. This is a factual, grounded look at a fast-moving situation — and the question at the centre of it: Where does this go next? 🎙️ With Keith Walsh & Al 📺 Live at 1PM #MOTHNews #FuelProtests #Ireland #BreakingNews #CostOfLiving