29 May 2022 | 04:14 AM UTC
Iraq: Students plan to protest outside education ministry in Baghdad May 29
Students plan to protest outside education ministry in Baghdad, Iraq, May 29. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Students and parents plan to protest outside the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in Baghdad from 09:00 May 29. Protesters are denouncing authorities' decision to reduce the university acceptance rate for students of distinguished schools. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research the morning of May 29. 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 May 29.
