Iraq: Unemployed graduates protesting near the Ministry of Education building in Samawah July 25

Event

Unemployed graduates are protesting outside the Al Muthanna Governorate Ministry of Education building in Samawah July 25. Social media accounts indicate clashes between protesters and security personnel has occurred. The purpose of the action is to demand more employment opportunities.

Authorities will almost certainly maintain a heightened security posture in the protest area until the situation stabilizes. Localized transport disruptions are likely through at least late July 25. Further related protests are possible in the coming days.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a standard precaution and to mitigate likely ground travel delays. Plan for road travel delays in and near the protest area. Heed instructions from the security forces. If any violence erupts nearby, immediately depart the area and seek shelter at a non-government building.