PT: Protest ongoing in central Ramallah Nov. 1

Event

Activists are staging a protest march in central Ramallah as of the afternoon of Nov. 1 to show support for Palestinian detainees staging a hunger strike.

Increased security is likely near the event. Large numbers of protesters will likely cause localized transport disruptions in the city center. 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 Nov. 1.