21 Jul 2021 | 05:59 AM UTC
Iran: Activists to protest in multiple cities July 24
Activists plan to protest in multiple cities in northwest Iran July 24. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Activists plan to demonstrate in multiple cities in northwest Iran from 18:00 July 24 to protest poor public services and to show solidarity with protesters in Khuzestan Province. Organizers have announced gatherings at the following locations:
Ardabil: Shariati Square
Maragheh: Muslim Square
Tabriz: Aghazi Bazaar
Urmia: Central Square
Zanjan: Sabzeh Square
Authorities will likely increase security to monitor the protests. Large numbers of protesters will likely cause localized transport disruptions near the gathering sites the evening of July 24. Clashes are possible if demonstrators are overly disruptive or if they ignore police orders to disperse.
Advice
Avoid all protests due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the affected areas, July 24.
