03 Oct 2022 | 05:21 AM UTC
Iraq: Workers plan to protest outside interior ministry in Baghdad Oct. 4
Workers plan to protest outside interior ministry in Baghdad, Iraq, Oct. 4. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Workers plan to protest outside the Ministry of Interior in Baghdad from 07:00 Oct. 4 to denounce the termination of their contracts. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Ministry of Interior the morning of Oct. 4. 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 to reach destinations near the affected area Oct. 4.
