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Tensions Flare at Dublin Fuel Protest as PBP TD Paul Murphy is Chased Away Frustration boiled over on O’Connell Bridge around 3pm today during nationwide fuel price protests, as People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy was chased away by sections of the crowd. Video from SnDmedia shows Murphy surrounded by angry protesters amid the chaos, with palpable anger directed at the left-wing politician despite shared cost-of-living concerns. The demonstrations, involving convoys of tractors and lorries, have disrupted traffic across Ireland over rising fuel costs linked to global events. Protesters demand government action on excise duties and taxes. The incident highlights raw tensions on the ground as economic pressures mount. No injuries reported. Gardaí are monitoring the ongoing protests.
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Breaking New Footage: Woman Screams 'Bomb Strapped to Me' at Kids' Confirmation in Packed Navan Church Teachers and clergy at St Mary's Church in Navan, Co. Meath, have been widely commended for their composure and quick thinking after a woman interrupted a Confirmation ceremony by claiming she had a bomb strapped to her body. The incident took place on Saturday, during a packed service at the central church on Fairgreen/Trimgate Street. Hundreds of sixth-class students from four local schools, along with their parents and sponsors, were present as they prepared to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation from Bishop of Meath Tom Deenihan. The woman approached the altar, accessed the microphone, held her jacket closed, and announced she had something to say before declaring she had a bomb. Priests and teachers responded swiftly and calmly, escorting her away from the altar and out of the church without any escalation or widespread panic. Many attendees did not clearly hear her exact words due to the commotion, and reactions varied: some children appeared frightened, while others only learned of the claim afterward from friends. Parents praised the handling of the situation, noting that the calm intervention by clergy and educators prevented further distress among the young congregation. Alarming released footage from our source shows the tense moment the woman was being escorted out, highlighting the potential danger in such a crowded setting with children present. Church representatives have declined to comment on the matter. Gardaí confirmed they attended a report of a public order incident at the location around 1 p.m. that day. A woman in her 40s was arrested on site, has since been charged, and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date. Due to the ongoing legal proceedings, no additional details are being released.
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Duffy Shakes Dáil with Rallying Cry: “The Ball Is in the Government’s Court” Amid RIP Ireland Coffin Procession and Growing Solidarity As fuel price protests continue their fourth day with growing support across Ireland, agricultural contractor Christopher Duffy issued a stirring rallying cry at the foot of the Daniel O Connell statue, vowing that ordinary citizens would not back down until the government delivered meaningful relief on crippling diesel and petrol costs. The grassroots movement, coordinated through WhatsApp groups and the "Irish People Against Fuel Prices" Facebook page, has united farmers, hauliers, construction workers, small businesses and everyday drivers fed up with soaring fuel prices exacerbated by carbon taxes and global pressures. Protests have spread far beyond Dublin, with convoys blocking motorways, fuel depots and key routes in cities and towns including Limerick, Galway, Cork, Sligo and beyond, drawing widespread public solidarity. Speaking at the protest site on O'Connell Street, Duffy , one of four key spokespeople alongside John Dallon, James Geoghegan and Sean McNamara, slammed the government's initial reluctance to engage. "We sent requests on fuel costs and wanted a meeting; they refused even a response," he said. He stressed that the ball is now firmly in the government's court: "The protest will not move until the peoples requests are met, it’s the Government that has closed Dublin! "In a poignant symbolic gesture highlighting the nation's struggles, demonstrators carried a coffin marked "RIP Ireland" through the demonstration, representing the dire economic pressures facing rural and working Ireland. A moment of collective silence observed by protesters near the Dáil added solemn weight to their peaceful call for justice. Support for the protests continues to swell nationwide, with rolling convoys, tractor blockades and public displays of solidarity, including flag-waving onlookers on bridges and roadsides, reported across the country. From Portlaoise, where the movement gained early momentum, to disruptions at fuel depots and motorways, ordinary Irish people are standing together against policies that threaten livelihoods. Duffy and fellow organisers are calling for urgent action: lower fuel taxes, a freeze on carbon tax, price caps and a genuine response to the cost-of-living crisis. As a government meeting with representative bodies is ongoing today, protester representatives are on standby awaiting the outcome. This homegrown movement, born from real economic pain rather than external influence, reflects the frustration of hard-working families and businesses pushed to the brink. With public backing growing stronger by the day, the message from the streets is clear and resolute: the people of Ireland demand relief, and they will sustain peaceful pressure until real solutions are delivered. The coming hours could mark a turning point, but the resolve of protesters like Duffy shows no sign of wavering.
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Eva Vlaardingerbroek Delivers Historic Call to Save Europe- “Remigration Is the Hill We Die On” In a powerful and unapologetic 17-minute address at CPAC Hungary, Dutch commentator Eva Vlaardingerbroek issued a clarion call that is already galvanizing conservatives across the continent: Europe faces existential replacement through mass migration, and the only path forward is remigration. The 29-year-old activist, speaking on March 21, hailed Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán as the last major European leader standing firm against the demographic tide. She rejected the notion that European identity can be reduced to a passport or shared “values.” “Being European is not something that comes with a passport,” she declared. “We are bound through history, culture, our faith in Christ, and ethnicity. Yes, also ethnicity. Europe has always been a white continent, we cannot pretend otherwise.” Vlaardingerbroek brought the human cost into sharp focus, recounting the brutal murders of young Europeans at the hands of migrants: Dutch teenager Lisa, stabbed 12 times in the throat by a Nigerian; French teen Theo, stabbed in the heart over a phone bill by a Senegalese man; 14-year-old Austrian Alex, killed by Syrian migrants who reportedly smiled and invoked Allah.“These boys and girls were betrayed by their own governments… stabbed by immigrants… and then stabbed in the back once again by legal systems that too often let the murderers walk free,” she said, her voice carrying the weight of righteous anger. She then named the reality plainly: “White populations are being murdered at random in the public space. We’re being replaced, ridiculed, demonized… What do you call that? Exactly genocide.” The audience erupted in sustained applause as she added, “It is time we acknowledge that if nothing changes, that’s exactly where we’re heading.”Vlaardingerbroek’s solution was unequivocal and uncompromising: remigration must become the defining issue for every right-wing party in Europe. “The number one issue… is remigration. There is nothing, and I repeat, nothing more important than that. That is a hill I am willing to die on, and so should you.”She closed with an electrifying summons to action: “My fellow Europeans… Rise up! The French, get up! Italians, the Germans, the Dutch… Stand up! … Through remigration we can reclaim our home and save Europe.”A former law student, and voice of the Dutch farmer protests, Vlaardingerbroek has emerged as a leading figure in what she calls “Generation Remigration.” Her speech has spread like wildfire online, resonating deeply with patriots who see in her words the courage long missing from conservative discourse. At a moment when Europe stands at the precipice, Eva Vlaardingerbroek has drawn the line clearly: remigration or replacement. The battle for the soul of the continent has begun.
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Ireland's Quiet Clearance: 16,500 Ukrainians Booted from State Housing Just Weeks Before the EU Migration Pact As barrister Tracey O'Mahony asked on X: Did you know the EU Migration Pact goes fully operational in three weeks? From June 12, Brussels will dictate how many economic migrants and asylum seekers Ireland must process and accommodate under its new "solidarity" rules. The timing is damning. While the nation focuses on the looming EU directive, the Irish government is quietly phasing out accommodation for around 16,500 Ukrainian refugees. Announced in late April, hotels, B&Bs, and emergency housing used since 2022 will wind down from August. Those who arrived before March 2024 get three months' notice before facing Ireland’s strained private rental market. This is no mere administrative tweak. It’s a deliberate clearance of capacity. Why evict genuine war refugees, many working, paying taxes, and integrating, right before the Pact’s full rollout?The answer is cynical but predictable. The government is freeing beds, hotels, and housing not for Irish families on waiting lists or the homeless, but to absorb the expected surge of asylum seekers and migrants under the Pact. Ireland opted in with no opt-out. The mandatory solidarity mechanism requires Dublin to accept its quota or pay penalties to Brussels. The numbers are coming, and they won’t be Ukrainians. It’s a stark inversion of priorities. In 2022, Ireland welcomed over 100,000 Ukrainians, commandeering hotels at costs peaking at €30 million weekly. Now, the same system views their continued stay as inconvenient. Meanwhile, the asylum system strains under tens of thousands of applicants from safe third countries arriving via irregular routes. Ireland faces one of Europe’s worst housing crises. Citizens and tourists struggle for accommodation, yet hundreds of millions have been spent housing non-Irish nationals. With the Pact’s border procedures, screening centres, and quotas imminent, space is needed. So Ukrainians, who fled real war, receive eviction notices, while new arrivals get priority. This is certainly premeditated. Politicians who supported the Pact knew the timelines and quotas. Instead of pushing back on Brussels, they’re displacing refugees who came in good faith under temporary protection. Tracey O’Mahony is right to raise the alarm. In weeks, the EU will enforce its rules. Ireland’s government is clearing decks for the influx at the expense of those already here. The Irish people deserve straight answers: How many more will the Pact force us to accept? At what cost to our own citizens? And why are Ukrainians being moved aside? As one commentator eloquently put it in reference to the recent high-profile death of Congolese man Yves Sakila: “We don't need more Yves and thieves, we need a major migrant reprieve.” The accommodation isn’t being freed for efficiency. It’s being cleared for the next wave and the government knows exactly the clientele that's coming to replace them.
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Referendum Deception Exposed as Labour TD Admits 2018 Safeguards Were to Trick Voters As the Dáil narrowly advanced Sinn Féin’s bill to scrap the mandatory three-day reflection period for early abortions by 86 votes to 70, fresh scrutiny has fallen on the cynical politics behind the 2018 referendum “safeguards.” Labour TD Marie Sherlock’s open admission that the wait was merely a “political fix” to make the legislation “more palatable” has been seized upon as evidence of deliberate voter manipulation. In her Dáil contribution and jubilant Facebook video, Sherlock dismissed the 72-hour pause as “demeaning, degrading and moralistic”. She explicitly acknowledged it was inserted not for clinical reasons, but to reassure a sceptical public and secure the Yes vote to repeal the Eighth Amendment. For critics, this is a damning confession: the reflection period was bait, a temporary concession sold to moderate voters. Once the constitutional barrier fell, the plan was always to dismantle the promised limits and accelerate access. This approach, opponents argue, undermines democratic consent. Many voted Yes precisely because of the assurances of meaningful checks, including the three-day window for reflection. Sherlock’s celebration confirms the safeguards were never meant to endure. The human cost is the fast-tracking of tens of thousands more abortions with fewer opportunities for second thoughts. HSE data showing over 10,000 women who did not return after an initial consultation underscores the pause’s protective value. Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín strongly opposed the bill, highlighting its implications for women and the unborn. He pointed to last year’s record 10,852 abortions and argued the three-day period has already saved thousands of lives by giving women space to reconsider. Tóibín drew attention to the party dynamics: while most parties granted a free vote, Sinn Féin enforced a strict whip. Many Sinn Féin TDs privately disagreed but were forced to vote against their conscience, against the 2018 democratic framework, and against the safeguards promised to the Irish people just eight years ago. Those Sinn Féin TDs uncomfortable with their party’s hardline stance should now seriously consider decanting over to Aontú, which has consistently defended the original 2018 framework and pro-life safeguards. Sherlock’s “more palatable” comment, combined with Sinn Féin’s rigid whipping, paints a troubling picture of political expediency. What voters were promised in 2018 is being steadily unpicked. The three-day reflection period was one of the most visible reassurances. Its removal is viewed by many as a betrayal that accelerates the destruction of unborn life while eroding faith in referendums. The bill now proceeds to the Committee Stage. Whether other elements of the original framework will also be changed or removed remains to be seen, but the pattern of incremental liberalisation after securing the repeal is clear. For Tóibín and others, this episode is not just about one waiting period, it is about whether Irish democracy still respects the commitments made to secure profound constitutional change.
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Dawn of Disruption: Nationwide Fuel Protest Convoy Set to Paralyse Dublin Traffic in 'Peaceful but Massive Demonstration' Motorists across Ireland are being warned of significant delays in and around Dublin on Tuesday as thousands of hauliers, farmers, construction workers and support vehicles converge on the capital in a nationwide fuel-price protest. Organisers have released an updated convoy plan calling for a coordinated, peaceful demonstration starting at dawn, of which details at the end of this report. The running order will place recovery trucks at the front, followed by hauliers, buses, farmers, construction vehicles, vans and rear breakdown support. Christopher Duffy, a leading voice for the protest movement, told SnD Media the action is a last resort: “Businesses are to the wall and are going to go out of business. People are really struggling now and it’s just not feasible to survive.” The core demand is to cut fuel prices to €1 per litre for green diesel and €1.70 for white. We spoke with Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín this evening who described the protests as “organic” and accused the government of “taxing the people out of business and leaving them in a situation where they cannot put food on the table.” He added: “Fuel is not a luxury and should stop being taxed as such. The government must sit down and sort this out.” Motorists have been urged to plan alternative routes or delay non-essential travel completely tomorrow especially into Dublin. Organisers say the protest will remain peaceful and unfortunately static at times due to the shear volume of vehicles involved across the country.
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Statement Release: “They’re Starving Us Out” – Fuel Protest Organiser John Dallon Slams Garda Tactics and Urges Public to Contact Ministers and Opposition TDs A leading organiser of Ireland’s fuel price protests has strongly condemned what he described as heavy-handed policing at the Whitegate oil refinery, accusing the authorities of unacceptable violence against peaceful demonstrators. John Dallon, a Kildare farmer and prominent spokesperson for the National Fuel Demonstrations, reacted sharply to Friday’s operation in which Garda public order units used pepper spray and forced removals to clear blockades and allow fuel tankers access to the country’s only oil refinery. “These were shocking tactics from Minister Martin, a man of supposed integrity and intelligence,” Dallon said. “The level of violence was utterly unacceptable dragging men across the ground and pepper spraying them”, He continued that the situation had escalated to the point where the Gardaí were “attempting to starve the people out” by not allowing protesters access to shops for basic supplies. Dallon called for widespread public support in Cork and across the country. He urged people to email and phone government ministers to condemn the actions, and to contact opposition TDs and councillors to come together and back the demonstrations. The protests, now in their fourth day, demand an immediate cap on diesel prices, the removal of carbon tax and excise duties, and genuine engagement with the Government.
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Fuel Crisis Meeting in Manorhamilton Erupts as Speaker Sums Up National Frustration Hundreds of locals packed Bee Park Community Centre in Manorhamilton this evening for an emergency public meeting on Ireland’s spiralling fuel costs, the latest in a series of grassroots gatherings highlighting the anger of farmers, hauliers, contractors and ordinary motorists. Organised amid mounting pressure on the government to tackle diesel and petrol prices, the Leitrim event followed a similarly packed meeting in Portlaoise last weekend that drew more than 400 people demanding immediate relief. The mood was raw and determined. Attendees voiced fears that rising fuel bills are pushing rural businesses and families to breaking point, with many blaming the carbon tax and what they see as a disconnect between Dublin policymakers and the realities of life outside the capital. Christopher Duffy, a vocal campaigner who has helped organise the meetings, took the microphone and delivered what many in the room described as a powerful summary of the frustration felt across Ireland. In a speech captured on video and widely shared on social media, Duffy told the crowd: “We have a government that will wave any flag bar the Irish flag. They’re waving free Palestine flags-by the time we’re finished they will be waving free Dublin flags. We’re locking her down.” His words drew strong applause and nods of agreement from the audience, many of them men in work jackets and hi-vis vests who had come straight from farms, trucks or building sites. The reference to “locking her down” was understood by those present as a call for coordinated protest action, potentially bringing parts of Dublin or key infrastructure to a standstill, if the government fails to act. The meeting, which had been publicised in the days leading up to Easter weekend, was one of the final planned gatherings in the current wave of fuel protests. Organisers had urged hauliers, contractors and motorists from across the northwest to attend and “have their say”. Similar events in recent weeks have seen growing numbers turning out, with speakers repeatedly calling for the immediate suspension or removal of the carbon tax on fuel to protect jobs and keep rural Ireland moving. Campaigners argue that without urgent intervention, small farms and transport businesses face collapse. As the meeting ended, the message from Manorhamilton rang out loud and clear: Ireland’s fuel crisis has reached boiling point. Ordinary citizens are no longer prepared to stay silent. Final plans are now being prepared for Tuesday’s national shutdown.
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Duffys Defiant Dublin Convoy Regroup in Navan as Nationwide Movement Gains Momentum Hundreds of trucks, tractors, and supporters converged in Navan today in a show of solidarity following the early-morning clearance of protest blockades in Dublin and elsewhere. Organisers described the Garda operation as a significant over-use of resources. Christopher Duffy, a prominent spokesman and agricultural contractor, stated that protesters received no prior warning from any Garda member on the ground to move their vehicles or that they were committing an offence. He emphasised that the “four Es” procedure, as outlined by An Garda Síochána, was never followed, in fact, "they didn't even manage to get past the first one Engage" Large crowds turned out to back the fuel price protesters, many of whom had earlier taken part in convoys that brought parts of Dublin to a standstill earlier in the week. The demonstrations, now entering their sixth day, are driven by soaring diesel, petrol, and agricultural fuel costs linked to international events and domestic taxation. Aontú leader and Meath West TD Peadar Tóibín addressed the gathering, delivering a strong speech in which he reiterated calls for a vote of no confidence in the government. Tóibín has previously urged ministers to engage directly in dialogue with protesters rather than escalate tensions. Support for the movement has continued to swell across Ireland. In Portlaoise, thousands turned out despite extremely poor weather conditions, while similar gatherings have been reported in multiple counties. Many participants and observers have described it as one of the fastest-growing protest movements in modern Irish history. Protesters are demanding government intervention, including measures to cap fuel prices and ease the burden of taxes and carbon charges on hauliers, farmers, and contractors who say rising costs threaten their livelihoods. Organisers have signalled that demonstrations will continue in various forms nationwide, with further actions expected in the coming days.
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Vigil Held for Congolese Man as Gardaí Investigate Death and Alleged Theft That Left Elderly Man Hospitalised Dublin city centre saw a vigil take place earlier today on Henry Street for Yves Sakila, the 35-year-old Congolese national who had lived in Ireland since 2004 and worked in IT. Attendees laid flowers at the scene and chanted “blood on their hands” in both English and their native Congolese languages, demanding justice over his death last Friday. Sakila died after being restrained by security guards during an alleged shoplifting incident at a local store. As he attempted to make his getaway, he knocked over and injured an elderly man in his 80s, who was hospitalised. Gardaí were called to the scene, where Sakila became unresponsive and was later pronounced dead at the Mater Hospital. While the loss of life is always tragic, the swift organisation of a public vigil, complete with strong accusations, feels somewhat premature given the circumstances. An innocent elderly shopper is now hospitalised because of the chaos sparked by the alleged theft, yet much of the public focus has centred on portraying Sakila as the primary victim. Gardaí and the independent policing watchdog Fiosrú are investigating the incident. A post-mortem is underway, and officers continue to appeal for witnesses and video footage from the area between 5pm and 5:30pm on May 15. The family and Congolese community have expressed deep shock and are seeking answers. This remains a developing case, and the full facts, including what exactly caused Sakila’s death and the events leading up to the restraint, will need to come from the official investigation rather than street protests.
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Education Minister Flees in Panic as Burke Brother Corners Naughton on Galway Street Josiah Burke, brother of jailed teacher Enoch Burke, confronted Fine Gael Education Minister Hildegarde Naughton on a Galway street this evening. In the footage below, it shows a man with the minister blocking him, with Naughton eventually making a swift getaway. Burke accused her of “gross deception” over his brother’s case. The clip, posted from Enoch’s account, captures Josiah questioning Naughton outside a yellow pub. A bald, bearded man in a navy sweater intervened physically. Naughton departed as Burke told the camera she had run from questions. This follows the family’s recent confrontation with Taoiseach Micheál Martin in Galway, where he quickly fled the encounter while canvassing. Enoch remains imprisoned after nearly 700 days for contempt of court. His case started with his refusal to use “they/them” pronouns for a transgender pupil at Wilson’s Hospital School, citing the Church of Ireland ethos recognising only male and female. He has been jailed repeatedly for breaching school exclusion orders. The family claims Minister Naughton appointed Claire Callanan, wife of the Church of Ireland’s chief legal adviser and a Church employee, as appeal panel chair, undermining impartiality. She allegedly refused to answer questions on it. The video has sparked debate, with supporters praising the family's persistence. Enoch Burke’s case highlights tensions over transgender policies, religious ethos in schools, and conscience rights.
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Enoch Burke Stands in Defiance of Court Order Again, Returning to Work One Day After Release Enoch Burke returned to the gates of Wilson’s Hospital School at Multyfarnham Co. Westmeath this morning, less than 24 hours after his release from Mountjoy Prison, continued his defiance of a long-standing court order that bars him from the premises. Shortly after his release yesterday, Mr Burke posted a video statement on X in which he described the High Court decision to free him as an “utter travesty of justice”. He accused Mr Justice Brian Cregan of previously threatening him with indefinite imprisonment and claimed the judge was now improperly “counselling” the Disciplinary Appeals Panel on how to defend against his legal challenge. He further alleged unfair procedures at a 13 December appeal hearing, including the blocking of cross-examination of witnesses and a remark from one panel member that she would follow any instruction from a principal on pronoun usage without question. Arriving early at the school today, Mr Burke told reporters he was “at work” and remained resolute in his position. He expressed appreciation for the widespread public support he received throughout the day.Supporters, including locals, community groups and members of Dublin Says No, gathered outside the school gates in solidarity. Students repeatedly came to the boundary to wave and call out in support, while passing motorists frequently beeped their horns. The school authorities, prevented Mr Burke from entering the premises and swiftly moved to initiate fresh contempt proceedings. Although Gardaí were present there was no intervention and Mr Burke was allowed to remain peacefully at the gates all day. This afternoon, the High Court granted an application facilitating steps toward his potential re-imprisonment. Mr Burke has consistently maintained that his refusal to comply with the school’s directives on transgender pronoun usage stems from his religious beliefs and has refused to purge his contempt or stay away from the school. SnD Media were on the ground today and we spoke to a number of supporters including one elderly gentleman that stated "God created Man and Woman" and that Mr Burke was "right right right, no matter what the judges say".
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Fuel Protests Enter Day 2 as Gridlock and Chaos Grip the Nation Ireland woke to another day of widespread disruption on Wednesday as farmers, hauliers, and construction workers continued their national protest against soaring fuel prices, triggered by the ongoing war in Iran. Slow-moving convoys of tractors, lorries, and heavy machinery brought major routes, including the M50, N4, N3, and key approaches to Dublin, to a near standstill for a second successive day. Commuters faced long delays, public transport was severely impacted, and businesses reported significant knock-on effects as the action spread across counties, including Clare, Waterford, and Cork. SND Media spoke with John Dallan, a Kildare farmer and prominent spokesperson for the protesters.“We must stick together,” Dallan said. “The government needs to listen. We’re calling for an immediate cap on white diesel at 165-170 cents per litre, green diesel at 90 cents, and the complete abolition of the carbon tax and excise duties, at least until this crisis is over. If they don’t act, the economy will grind to a halt, as people simply cannot afford these prices. This could be bigger than the Celtic Tiger collapse if ignored.” Protesters have vowed to maintain pressure, with some warning they are prepared to continue to “sleep in their tractors” if necessary. Gardaí have urged motorists to allow extra time for journeys and expect continued significant delays. The demonstrations highlight deep frustration across the agricultural and transport sectors over fuel costs now exceeding €2.20 per litre in many areas. No immediate government response has been announced.
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Garda Public Order Unit Deployed With One Man Dead as Roma Feud Rages 'Out of Control' A serious incident happened in Balbriggan north County Dublin yesterday evening which involved a fatal hit-and-run. A man in his 20s was struck by a vehicle on Railway Street, with the vehicle fleeing the scene, highlighting ongoing tensions within the Roma community. A believed retaliatory event saw a black BMW 3 series rammed near Balbriggan Garda Station on Drogheda Road around 9pm, escalating the situation to a feud between both sides and prompting the deployment of the Garda Public Order unit from a football match at Dalymount Park. Locals were both "Shocked and Horrified" by the events that unfolded yesterday. Gardaí preserved the scene for forensic examination and are appealing for witnesses and any camera footage from the area to aid their investigation. This event occurs against a backdrop of increasing reports of community tensions and feuds within Ireland, particularly among certain demographics, which have been a focal point for law enforcement and social services. This latest horrific incident also mirrors a broader national challenge where the fabric of 'community cohesion' is tested, urging a reflection on how to prevent such tragedies and address the underlying issues surrounding mass immigration including the ever-growing public perception of 'nonviable integration' of certain cohorts into our society.
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Steen Machine Roars: Posters Blanket Ireland as 'Spoil the Vote' Rebellion Explodes With less than 24 hours until Ireland's 2025 presidential election, striking posters of conservative barrister Maria Steen have been appearing on lampposts, community boards, and key locations across the country. Part of the surging "Spoil the Vote" movement, the campaign urges voters to reject Fine Gael's Heather Humphreys, Fianna Fáil's Jim Gavin, and independent Catherine Connolly by writing "1 Maria Steen" on ballots tomorrow.The posters feature Steen's poised portrait in a gold blouse against a gray backdrop, proclaiming: "MARIA STEEN – A President of the People." A red "X" slashes through "THE OTHER THREE CANDIDATES," with instructions to "WRITE DOWN VOTE MARIA STEEN NO. 1." A tricolor version adds "PUTTING FAMILIES FIRST" alongside completing the defiant design symbolizing protest against an "establishment stitch-up." From online fury to street action, the poster effort is led by the new Kells Community Advocacy Group (KCA) in Meath. KCA has coordinated with community groups from Waterford to Donegal, printing posters for key sites like town squares, high traffic areas and arterial routes. Complementing this, the National Party has distributed thousands of "spoil your vote" leaflets in Dublin and beyond over the past few weeks. Councillor Malachy Steenson also called an emergency 'spoil your vote' rally immediately after the last independent candidate was blocked by what is now commonly called the "uniparties." However, the official and website were launched by a team of creative business minds: Declan Ganley, Eddie Hobbs, Elaine Mullally, Paul Treyvaud, Michael McCarthy, and presidential candidate Nick Delehanty, all leading the charge for change. Having launched the campaign with a press conference last week covered by mainstream media, including rte, it has created awareness right across all media channels, amplifying the message nationwide. Steen, a pro-life veteran, narrowly missed the 20 Oireachtas nominations for an independent run, securing 18—including from Aontú's Peadar Tóibín and Independent Ireland's Michael Collins. Critics accuse Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil of blocking her. "Remember what they took from you," tweeted her brother, Senior Counsel Neil Steen, alongside a viral campaign photo earlier today. "We're trying to restore democracy—we've had enough of gatekeepers," said the KCA group, describing a sentiment shared by many across the country who feel robbed of a candidate representing their values. Posters and leaflets now span the nation, with drivers stopping to pose for selfies that are appearing across on social media. Critics warn spoiled votes won't block a winner, possibly aiding frontrunner Connolly amid 20% undecideds. As polls open at 7 a.m. this collaborative community effort aims to finally challenge the establishment's controlled lack of democracy. Will "spoiled" ballots make history? Dublin Castle's count will reveal.
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'Clonskeagh Chaos' as new footage contradicts Gardai involvement and questions over terrorist links. More questions than answers, is the general feeling across the country today, as footage circulates online 'allegedly', of the incident that caused the closure of Ireland's largest mosque, last Saturday. The footage clearly shows members of the Irish police force, An Garda Síochána, trying to restore order, which they had previously denied any involvement in. The Islamic cultural center of Ireland (ICCI) released a notice that it would remain closed until a full investigation into the incident was complete and security protocols were implemented. The notice was also placed on the locked gates describing it as an "unprecedented attack on our mosque, center and members of the board" This center, along with many others across the country, has been subject to heavy surveillance by government agencies along with the involvement of the US state department and counter terrorism unit (NCTC) for its close ties to the Muslim brotherhood and alleged links to 'Islamic extremism'. These latest developments, along with a clear lack of accountability and transparency from government officials, are creating very uncertain times for people right across the island of Ireland.
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Asylum seeker 'threatens' to sue SnD organization. While filming for a short documentary in Letterkenny County Donegal' on the 'negative impact that unfettered inward migration is having on communities', we bumped into Mr Denis Onome Edewor and conducted a short interview, which we later decided to release on its own. This interview clip (below) has since gone viral across all platforms and many other media outlets. Four days ago Mr Edewor responded to a post on our SnD Media Facebook page, regarding our interview with him, claiming callousness and "insidious" ways to trip him up. Mr Edewor also claims a "misleading caption" of the post and that further research into bisexuality is required from our part and that he is not an "economic migrant". Mr Edewor proceeded to inform us that we would "hear from a lawyer soon". 'We responded accordingly'. In Mr Edewors interview with us, he claimed to be an "asylum seeker" in Ireland for the past five months. It appears from Mr Edewors social media pages that he was living in Croydon, London in November 2020 with additional pictures from 2019 where he was possibly working as a councilor and in a safe country. Respectfully, we might request that Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration look more deeply into Mr Edewors right to seek asylum in Ireland.
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The 'rising resentment' of inequality among the Irish population is increasing at an alarming rate. Recent sentiment among some Irish citizens reflects growing resentment toward economic migrants and perceived "fake asylum seekers," driven by concerns over resource allocation, particularly housing. This frustration intersects with the ongoing homelessness crisis affecting native Irish individuals, amplifying perceptions of inequality. A large segment of the Irish population expresses concern that economic migrants and asylum seekers receive "prioritized access to housing and government assistance". The most recent polls further highlight the frustration, with 75 percent agreeing that Ireland is full and "enough is enough". Many now claim that newly arrived individuals are housed ahead of Irish citizens on waiting lists for years. Critics argue this strains public resources, fueling a narrative of unfair treatment. Ireland faces a significant homelessness crisis, with approximately 15,378 Irish citizens reported homeless as of March 2025, alongside rising housing costs, with second-hand homes in Dublin averaging a staggering €600,000. Official data indicates 90% of those in homelessness are Irish, 9% are from the EU, and 1% are from outside the EU, with Irish and EU individuals often remaining in emergency accommodations or tents for extended periods. The Irish state has spent €1.9 billion on housing refugees and asylum seekers, a figure criticized amid a housing crisis, record small business closures, and 68% of young adults living with parents. Snd Media and ICV community engagement teams have been active on the ground right across the country. Our objective is to create awareness around these key issues and present the evidence to the public. We spoke with Michelle Smith on Friday, who had traveled from Mayo to Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim, to raise awareness about a young mother who was on day 50 of "sleeping rough in her car." Michelle stated that the county council "did not want to know about it" and walked away for the bank holiday weekend, leaving this lady in complete despair and in a very vulnerable situation. Below, we interviewed a recently arrived African migrant who was heading out on the town for the night in Letterkenny, Donegal. His story was in 'stark contrast' to that of the previous girl's plight. This further highlights why Irish citizens feel their needs—especially for the homeless or those struggling to buy a home and pay rent—are 'sidelined', with perceptions of inequality driving anger. This sentiment is often 'framed as racism'; however, many would argue that it is more about equal rights, a struggle for survival, and fair resource distribution than anything else.
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🚨Urgent Call for Volunteers in Heartbreaking Search for Missing Navan Teen Benjamin Spot As the search for 14-year-old Benjamin Spot enters its 11th day, local rescue teams are issuing an urgent plea for additional volunteers to bolster efforts along the treacherous River Boyne. The young boy from Johnstown, Navan, vanished without a trace on November 19, leaving his family, friends, and an entire community gripped by fear and determination. Benjamin, described as approximately 5 feet 1 inch tall with blonde hair and blue eyes, was last seen cycling from Navan's Market Square toward the Kentstown Road or Ramparts area around 5: 55 p.m. His bicycle was discovered abandoned at the Ramparts the following morning, sparking immediate concerns that he may have encountered the fast-flowing river nearby. Gardaí, increasingly worried for his safety, now suspect the teen may have fallen into the Boyne, where swollen waters from recent heavy rains have made conditions perilous for searchers. The multi-agency operation, already a beacon of community solidarity, has drawn in specialized units including the Garda Water Unit, Meath River Rescue, Boyne Fishermen's Rescue and Recovery Service, Irish Underwater Search & Rescue (IUSR), Meath Civil Defence, ICV Ireland and the Silverbridge Kayak Club who earlier today discovered the body of 28 year old Jordan Newman who had been missing for almost three weeks. While Gardai have stood down operations for Jordan, vowing to support his family through formal identification, the focus now intensifies on Benjamin. These teams have combed riverbanks, conducted surface drags, and even deployed the Garda helicopter for aerial scans stretching from Navan to Slane. Yet, with high water levels and difficult terrain hindering progress, coordinators say every extra pair of hands counts. "All support is welcome," reads notice in the online video appeal that shows snippets of the muti-agency operation in full force. The appeal, spearheaded by the Irish Community Volunteers (ICV) Ireland, calls on supporters to contact Eamon Murphy on 089 410 8171 or [email protected] to join searches focused on the Boyne from Drogheda to Navan. "We're covering counties Meath and Louth, but we need more eyes on the ground and along the water," the message emphasizes, underscoring the raw emotion driving the effort. Benjamin's mother, Renata Molnarova, has made a tearful public plea for her son's safe return. Speaking to reporters earlier she said,"Nobody is going to be in any trouble. We all love Benjamin and we just want him back," she said, her voice cracking with hope amid the heartbreak. Christopher Rennicks of Meath River Rescue, whose volunteers have been on the water daily since Jordan's vanishing, highlighted the emotional toll. "Conditions are quite difficult, but we're used to that. We carry on and hope we can bring some sort of closure to families affected," he told local media. Echoing this resolve, ICV Ireland's Eamon Murphy stressed that no prior experience is needed—just a willingness to help scan banks, distribute flyers, or provide logistical support, however he urged volunteers not to go out alone and to wear suitable clothes for the weather and difficult terrain involved. He continued, "we have reached out to a number of additional search and rescue teams around the country, in particular Wexford and in Limerick as they have the only under water ROV (Remotely operated Vehicle) in the country which would be a significant help in speeding up detection and recovery". Gardaí continue to appeal to the public,having already interviewed many of Benjamin's friends. Anyone with any information is urged to call Navan Garda Station at 046 903 6100
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