29 Sep 2022 | 06:56 AM UTC
Lebanon: Activists plan to protest outside Iranian embassy in Beirut Oct. 2
Activists plan to protest outside Iranian embassy in Beirut, Lebanon, Oct. 2. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Activists plan to demonstrate outside the Embassy of Iran in Beirut from 11:00 Oct. 2. Protesters are showing support for the anti-government demonstrations in Iran and denouncing Iran's alleged involvement in Lebanese politics. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the protest.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Embassy of Iran through the afternoon of Oct. 2. 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 if traveling through the affected area Oct. 2.
