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19 Dec 2021 | 06:31 AM UTC

Libya: Activists plan to protest outside Tibesti Hotel in Benghazi Dec. 19

Activists plan to protest outside Tibesti Hotel in Benghazi, Libya, Dec. 19. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.

Informational

Event

Activists plan to protest outside the Tibesti Hotel in Benghazi from 17:00 Dec. 19 to demand that authorities hold the Dec. 24 presidential elections on time. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.

Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Tibesti Hotel through the evening of Dec. 19. Clashes between police and protesters cannot be ruled out, particularly 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 Dec. 19.