10 Aug 2019 | 08:19 PM UTC
Portugal: Hundreds protest far-right political conference in Lisbon August 10
Hundreds protest far-right political conference in Lisbon August 10; similar demonstrations possible over the near term
Event
Hundreds of people in Lisbon staged a protest march along the capital's major thoroughfares on Saturday, August 10, denouncing a far-right political conference at Lisbon's SANA hotel.
Heightened security measures and lingering traffic disruptions are possible in Lisbon over the coming hours. Similar demonstrations are possible over the near term.
Advice
Individuals in Lisbon are advised to monitor developments, avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.