Turkey: Protest in Istanbul, Jan. 2

Event

Supporters of the Peoples' Democratic Party are attempting to gather in Istanbul's Sirinevler Square, Jan. 2. Police have reportedly deployed and are blocking the demonstration. Protesters are gathering to denounce a recent attack on a party office in Istanbul's Bahcelievler District by an armed assailant, Dec. 28, which left one person injured. Police arrested the assailant. Dozens to a few hundred people are participating in the gathering.

Heightened security is likely in the impact area through the early evening. Confrontations between demonstrators and the police are possible. Ground travel delays are likely near protest sites.

Advice

Avoid all protests. Heed instructions of security personnel. Plan for road travel delays in the impacted area.