19 Aug 2022 | 03:27 AM UTC
Iran: Activists plan to protest in Shahrekord Aug. 20
Activists plan to protest in Shahrekord, Iran, from 10:00 Aug. 20. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Activists plan to protest outside the Governorate of Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari in Shahrekord from 10:00 Aug. 20 over prolonged water outages in the city. Protesters are blaming authorities for the mismanagement of water resources. Hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Governorate of Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Aug. 20. Clashes between police and protesters cannot be ruled out, particularly if demonstrators are overly disruptive or if they ignore police orders to disperse.
Shahrekord is approximately 80 km (50 miles) southwest of Isfahan.
Advice
Avoid the protest due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the affected area Aug. 20.
