Bulgaria: Opposition party to lead protest outside the President's Office in Sofia Aug. 24

Event

The Democratic Bulgaria party will lead a protest outside the President's Office on Knyaz Alexander Dondukov Boulevard in Sofia from 18:00 Aug. 24. The party and its supporters will denounce President Rumen Radev's plan to negotiate with Russian state-owned energy company, Gazprom, over the company's return to Bulgaria's market.

Authorities will almost certainly deploy additional police to monitor the gathering. Increased security measures, including movement restrictions, will likely prompt localized transport disruptions. Clashes are unlikely.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a precaution and to mitigate associated disruptions. Heed instructions from security services. Allow extra time for travel in the affected area.