24 Feb 2022 | 07:36 PM UTC
US: Activists staging protest in New York, N.Y., Feb. 24, to oppose Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Activists protesting in New York, N.Y., US, Feb. 24, to condemn Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Disruptions possible.
Event
Activists have launched a protest in New York, N.Y., Feb. 24, to denounce Russia's military invasion of Ukraine. Demonstrators are rallying outside the Permanent Mission of Russia to the United Nations on Lexington Avenue and the Russian Consulate in New York on East 91st Street.
The gatherings have drawn hundreds of participants. Heightened security is likely near the diplomatic offices, as are localized transport and business disruptions. Violence is unlikely.
Advice
Allow additional time to reach destinations near the two affected Russian diplomatic missions in New York until the demonstrations have ended and the participants have vacated the area. Heed instructions from authorities.
