01 Jun 2022 | 08:15 PM UTC
France: Activists to demonstrate at Place des Fetes and Havre-Caumartin metro station in Paris starting at 14:00 June 5
Activists to rally in Paris, France, from 14:00 June 5. Heightened security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Several anti-fascist and labor organizations plan to rally in Paris on June 5 to mark the death of Clement Meric, an activist who was killed in a 2013 confrontation with members of a far right-wing group. Antifa activists will assemble at Place des Fetes in the city's 19 Arrondissement starting at 14:00, while the labor confederation Solidaires will sponsor a demonstration at the Havre-Caumartin metro station beginning at 18:00. Although organizers have released no specific plans to do so, participants in the two events could stage marches along nearby roads. It remains unclear how many participants the gatherings may draw.
Heightened security and localized ground travel disruptions are likely near the two announced rally locations. Low-level clashes or other security disturbances cannot be ruled out, especially if opposing groups attempt to stage counter-protests.
Advice
Avoid the protests as a routine security precaution and to mitigate associated disruptions. Heed instructions from security services and leave the area at the first sign of a confrontation. Check for disruptions and allow extra time to reach destinations near the demonstration locations.
