16 Jan 2023 | 03:18 AM UTC
Iran: Activists plan to protest outside Swiss embassy in Tehran Jan. 16
Activists plan to protest outside Swiss embassy in Tehran, Iran, Jan. 16. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Activists plan to protest outside the Embassy of Switzerland in Tehran from 10:30 Jan. 16 to commemorate the last Shah of Iran Mohammad Reza Pahlavi's departure from the country in 1979. Protesters are also demanding that the Shah's family return billions of dollars allegedly owed to the Iranian government. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Embassy of Switzerland the morning of Jan. 16. 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 Jan. 16.
