21 Feb 2020 | 06:43 PM UTC
Bulgaria: Far-right party to hold march in Sofia February 22
Far-right Bulgarian National Union to hold annual Lukov March in Sofia February 22; heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions expected
Event
The annual Lukov March, staged by the far-right Bulgarian National Union, will be held in Sofia on Saturday, February 22. An estimated 2000 participants are expected to gather at the National Palace of Culture around 17:30 (local time) before proceeding to Ulitsa Trakai 1. A counterdemonstration organized by ANTIFA Bulgaria will be held earlier in the day; participants will gather at Tsentralna Banya Park at approximately 13:00 and march toward the Sofia Municipality building.
A heightened security presence and associated transportation disruptions are to be expected in the vicinity of the demonstrations.
Advice
Individuals in Sofia are advised to monitor the situation, avoid all demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
