Hundreds of petrol stations in the Republic of Ireland have run out of fuel as protests over high prices continue for a fifth day.

RTÉ said about 500 forecourts had run out of petrol and diesel due to the protests, involving slow-moving convoys made up of vehicles including tractors.

The protests have been organised over the issue of high fuel prices caused by the US-Israeli war with Iran.

The Irish government confirmed a fuel support package was being finalised after what it described as "constructive engagement" with representatives of the haulage and farming sectors.

The blockade of parts of Dublin city centre is continuing, with O'Connell Street and South Quay closed to traffic.