23 Jul 2021 | 10:32 AM UTC
Slovakia: Protest ongoing outside parliament building in Bratislava July 23
Police use teargas during ongoing protest outside parliament building in central Bratislava, Slovakia, July 23; further clashes possible.
Event
Dozens of protesters are currently gathered outside the parliament building in Bratislava to denounce restrictions and other policies arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. Earlier in the morning, police used teargas against activists who tried to breach security at the site.
Security-related disruptions are likely in the vicinity of the protest. Further skirmishes involving police and protesters are likely if the latter become disruptive or attempt to cross security cordons.
Advice
Avoid the protest as a standard security precaution and exercise caution near the parliament building in the coming hours.
