16 Sep 2022 | 02:47 AM UTC
Iran: Activists plan to protest outside Morality Police in Tehran Sept. 16
Activists plan to protest outside Morality Police in Tehran, Iran, Sept. 16. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Activists plan to protest outside the Morality Police in Tehran Sept. 16 to denounce its treatment of women. The protest comes after its forces arrested and allegedly beat a woman who did not comply with the mandatory hijab law Sept. 13, causing her to go into a coma. The start time of the action is unclear. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Morality Police Sept. 16. Clashes between police and protesters cannot be ruled out, particularly if demonstrators are overly disruptive or ignore police orders to disperse.
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 Sept. 16.
