07 Mar 2022 | 01:14 PM UTC
Europe: Demonstrations and rallies marking International Women's Day planned in European cities March 8
Demonstrations to mark International Women's Day to take place in European cities March 8; increased security, disruptions likely.
Event
Women's rights activists in parts of Europe will hold rallies and demonstrations to mark International Women's Day March 8. Organizers have confirmed demonstrations in the following cities:
Austria, Vienna: Wien Mitte Station from 17:00
Belgium, Brussels: Brussels Central Station, Schuman from 15:00
France, Paris: Gare du Nord to Hopital Tenon from 13:00
France, Toulouse: Jolimont from 14:00
Greece, Athens: Klafthmonos Square from 13:00
Greece, Thessaloniki: Statue of Venizelos from 13:00
Italy, Bologna: Piazza XX Settembre, 17:00
Italy, Milan: Piazza Duca d'Aosta from 18:00
Italy, Naples: Piazza del Gesu Nuovo from 17:00
Italy, Rome: Piazza della Repubblica from 17:00
Italy, Turin: Piazza XVIII Dicembre from 16:00
Portugal, Lisbon: Praca de Camoes from 18:00
Portugal, Porto: Praca dos Poveiros from 18:30
Spain, Barcelona: Placa Universitat to Arc de Triomf from 18:00
Spain, Madrid: Atocha Station to Plaza de Colon from 19:00
Turkey, Ankara: Miner's Monument from 19:30
Turkey, Istanbul: Taksim Square from 19:30
Turkey, Izmir: Cultural Center from 18:00
Further protests will take place in additional towns and cities throughout Europe March 8; demonstrations could take the form of marches through city centers in many locations. Attendance will vary by location but will reach into the thousands at larger actions. In some locations, women's rights activists may also take part in short-term strike actions, possibly causing business and transport disruptions.
Additional police will likely deploy to all demonstrations. Large crowds and associated security measures could prompt localized disruptions, including possible road closures and movement restrictions. Most demonstrations are likely to pass off peacefully, though isolated clashes between police and protesters cannot be ruled out.
Advice
Avoid all demonstrations as a routine security precaution and to mitigate associated disruptions. Check local media sources for up-to-date information on actions in that area. Allow extra time for travel in demonstration areas March 8.
