20 Oct 2021 | 03:50 AM UTC
Iran: Activists plan to protest outside Parliament in Tehran Oct. 20
Activists plan to protest outside Parliament in Tehran, Iran, Oct. 20. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Activists plan to demonstrate outside Parliament in Tehran from 13:00 Oct. 20 against mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the protest.
Authorities will likely increase security to monitor the event. Large numbers of protesters will probably cause localized transport disruptions near Parliament the afternoon of Oct. 20. 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 Oct. 20.
