27 Jan 2022 | 05:46 AM UTC
Iran: Activists plan to protest outside United Nations office in Tehran Jan. 27
Activists to protest outside United Nations office in Tehran, Iran, Jan. 27. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Activists plan to demonstrate outside the United Nations (UN) office in Tehran from 15:00 Jan. 27 against the Saudi-led coalition's airstrikes on Yemen. Protesters are demanding that the UN and other international organizations condemn the actions. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the UN office through the evening of Jan. 27. 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 Jan. 27.
