04 Jun 2021 | 06:01 AM UTC
Tunisia: Activists plan to protest in Tunis June 4
Activists plan to protest in Tunis, Tunisia, from 16:00 June 4. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Activists plan to demonstrate near the Ibn Khaldun monument in Tunis from 16:00 June 4 against the Gulf Arab states' alleged interference in Tunisian affairs. Protesters are also rallying against the normalization of relations between several Gulf countries and Israel. Dozens to hundreds of 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 the Ibn Khaldun monument through the evening of June 4. 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 June 4.
