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19 Oct 2019 | 04:58 AM UTC

Russia: Communist Party plans rally in Samara October 19

Communist Party members have called for a rally in Samara on October 19; heightened security presence and transportation disruptions expected

Warning

Event

The Communist Party in Samara has called for a rally on Saturday, October 19, to demand the resignation of the Minister of Energy and Housing and Utilities of the Samara Region Sergey Markov. Participants plan to gather at 12:00 (local time) at Kozlov Square.

A heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions are expected near the protest site. 

Advice

Individuals in Samara are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all demonstrations as a precaution, anticipate transportation disruptions, and adhere to instructions issued by local authorities.