Switzerland: Demonstration planned in Geneva March 18

Event

The civil society organization UN Watch, along with several pro-Israel groups, will hold a so-called "Rally for Equal Rights" in Geneva on Monday, March 18, beginning at 12:30 (local time). Participants are expected to gather outside the UN building at Place des Nations. Protesters are reportedly denouncing a perceived UN anti-Israel bias. A heightened security presence and associated transportation disruptions are anticipated in the vicinity of the event.

Context

UN Watch is a non-governmental civil society group organization that frequently criticizes the United Nations' human rights record.

Advice

Individuals in Geneva are advised to avoid all protests as a precaution.