25 Jun 2019 | 10:07 AM UTC
Lebanon: Ongoing protest outside the United Nations office in Beirut June 25
Ongoing protest reported outside the United Nations office in Beirut June 25; heightened security presence and localized traffic disruptions likely
Event
A protest has been reported outside the United Nations (UN) office in Beirut as of Tuesday, June 25. Protesters are demonstrating to denounce the Bahrain Conference planned in Manama on June 25-26, as well as the recent US peace plan for the Middle East. A heightened security presence and localized traffic disruptions are expected in the vicinity of the demonstration site.
Similar protests are possible in other urban centres across the country over the coming hours and days.
Context
The US is hosting a "Peace to Prosperity" conference in Manama (Bahrain) to promote foreign investment in Palestine.
Advice
Individuals in Lebanon, particularly in Beirut, are advised to monitor situational developments, avoid all demonstrations, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
