A small number of arrests were made as former US president Joe Biden made a surprise visit to Trinity College in Dublin.
Mr Biden was joined by former first lady Jill Biden as they attended a ceremony during which their son, Hunter Biden, was awarded the Gold Medal for Outstanding Contribution for Public Discourse.
A group of protesters and onlookers gathered outside during the visit to the College Historical Society (HIST).
Arrests at the scene
As Mr Biden left the venue, some people moved forward and objects were thrown.
A number of Gardaí public order unit vans and officers were on site and at least two arrests were made.
Meeting with Taoiseach
During his visit, the former US president also met with Taoiseach Micheál Martin.
Hunter Biden was convicted in the US of gun and tax crimes in June 2024 but was pardoned by his father later that year while he was still president.
