Bulgaria: Thousands of anti-government protesters rally in Sofia July 11 /update 1

Event

Thousands of Bulgarians gathered at the Court of Justice in Sofia on Saturday, July 11, in anti-government protests. Saturday's protest was held for the third day in a row with participants calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Boyko Borissov amid allegations of widespread government corruption. Dozens of people have been arrested since the protests began on Thursday, July 9.

Further protests over the issue are possible in the near term.

Advice

Individuals in Bulgaria are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all demonstrations and political gatherings as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.