Lebanon: Workers plan to protest outside interior ministry in Beirut Dec. 9

Event

Mechanical inspection workers plan to protest outside the Ministry of Interior and Municipalities in Beirut from 10:00 Dec. 9. Protesters are denouncing the ministry's decision to suspend the mechanical inspection of cars in May, leaving them without income and health coverage. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.

Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Ministry of Interior and Municipalities the morning of Dec. 9. 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 and leave the area immediately at the first sign of any confrontation. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the affected area Dec. 9.