Turkey: Members and supporters of the Palestinian Journalists Union in Turkey are protesting at Israeli Consulate General in Istanbul May 12

Event

Members of the Palestinian Journalists Union in Turkey and supporters from other news organizations are rallying outside the Israeli Consulate General in Istanbul May 12 to denounce the killing of a Palestinian journalist during an Israeli military operation in the West Bank. A small crowd is gathered outside the consulate amid a heavy police presence.

Increased security measures will likely prompt localized transport disruptions and may disrupt access to the consulate. Clashes between police and protesters cannot be ruled out, particularly if demonstrators are overly disruptive or 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 12. Reconfirm appointments scheduled May 12 at the Israeli Consulate General.