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08 Aug 2022 | 04:39 AM UTC

Jordan: Nurses plan to protest outside House of Representatives in Amman Aug. 8

Nurses to protest outside House of Representatives in Amman, Jordan, Aug. 8. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.

Informational

Event

Assistant nurses plan to protest outside the House of Representatives in Amman from 11:00 Aug. 8 to demand an increase in their allowances. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.

Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the House of Representatives through the afternoon of Aug. 8. Clashes between police and protesters cannot be ruled out, particularly if demonstrators are overly disruptive or if they 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 Aug. 8.