13 Jun 2019 | 03:30 PM UTC
Egypt: Residents of Warraq Al-Hadar Island call for protests June 13
Residents of Warraq Al-Hadar Island (Giza province) call for protests June 13 denouncing demolitions as part of real estate development plan; clashes between residents and security forces possible as demolition project continues
Event
Residents of Warraq Al-Hadar Island (Giza province) have called for the disruption of demolition efforts on the island on Thursday, June 13, that are pursuant to a real estate development plan. On Wednesday, June 12, protesters and security forces clashed on the island as buildings were demolished.
Additional clashes between residents and security forces are possible on the island over the next several days as the demolition project continues.
Advice
Individuals in the affected area are advised to monitor developments, avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.