24 May 2021 | 09:02 AM UTC
Libya: Activists to protest in Benghazi May 24
Activists plan to protest in Benghazi, Libya, from 17:00 May 24. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Activists plan to protest near Tibesti Hotel in Benghazi from 17:00 May 24 to demand that authorities hold presidential and parliamentary elections as scheduled Dec. 24. Dozens to a hundred individuals could attend the demonstration.
Authorities will likely increase security to monitor the event. Large numbers of protesters will likely cause localized transport disruptions near Tibesti Hotel through late May 24. 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 24.
