Yemen: Protests ongoing in Zinjibar July 30

Event

Protests are ongoing in Zinjibar as of the afternoon of July 30. Protesters are denouncing the declining quality of government services in the city and the depreciation of the local currency.

Security forces will likely deploy to monitor the demonstration, though it is likely to pass off without incident. Nevertheless, the presence of large crowds and associated security measures could prompt localized traffic and public transport disruption until the demonstration has concluded. Police could intervene if demonstrators are deemed to be unruly, though significant acts of violence are unlikely.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a precaution and to mitigate associated disruptions. Allow extra time for travel in the vicinity.