17 Jan 2020 | 11:43 AM UTC
Serbia: Environmental protest scheduled in Belgrade January 17
Environmental protest against pollution planned in Belgrade on January 17; heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions expected
Event
The "Let's Not Give Up" civil society group has called for a protest in Belgrade on Friday, January 17, to demand increased action following elevated pollution levels recorded in several cities. Participants plan to gather at 18:00 (local time) at the city hall.
A heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions are to be expected near the demonstration site.
Advice
Individuals in Belgrade are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all demonstrations as a precaution, anticipate a heightened security presence and associated transportation disruptions, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
