13 Apr 2019 | 01:42 AM UTC
Russia: Demonstration planned in Moscow April 13
Demonstration over housing and urban planning issues to be held in Moscow April 13; heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions to be expected
Event
A coalition of civil society groups has called for a demonstration to take place in Moscow on Saturday, April 13, to highlight housing and urban planning grievances. The rally - dubbed "Let's defend Moscow!" - will begin at 15:00 (local time) at Suvorovskaya Square.
A heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions are to be expected near the demonstration.
Advice
Individuals in Moscow are advised to monitor developments to the situation and avoid all public demonstrations as a precaution.
