09 May 2021 | 02:02 AM UTC
Iran: Oil workers plan to protest outside Parliament in Tehran May 10
Oil workers plan to protest outside Parliament in Tehran, Iran, May 10. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Workers in the oil sector plan to demonstrate outside Parliament in Tehran from 10:00 May 10 to protest poor working conditions and low salaries. Demonstrators are demanding that authorities implement reforms to address the issues. Dozens to a hundred individuals could attend the gathering.
Authorities will likely increase security to monitor the event. Large numbers of protesters will likely cause localized transport disruptions near Parliament the morning of May 10. Clashes are possible if demonstrators are overly disruptive or if they ignore police orders to disperse.
Advice
Avoid the protest due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time if traveling through the affected area May 10.
