07 Jan 2021 | 05:14 AM UTC
Iran: Health workers to protest nationwide Jan. 10
Health workers plan to protest nationwide in Iran from 1000 Jan. 10. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Health workers plan to protest nationwide from 1000 Jan. 10, against the Iranian government's alleged negligence in obtaining coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccines. While organizers have not mentioned specific protest locations, demonstrations are likely to occur outside the Ministry of Health and Medical Education in Tehran and at government buildings and public hospitals nationwide.
Authorities will likely increase security to monitor the protests. Increased security measures and large numbers of protesters will likely result in localized transport disruptions. Clashes between protesters and security forces are possible if demonstrators ignore police orders to disperse or are overly disruptive.
Advice
Avoid all protests due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow extra time if traveling through the affected areas Jan. 10.
