28 Jan 2023 | 02:58 PM UTC
Netherlands: Climate activists block A12 highway in The Hague Jan. 28
Climate activists block A12 highway in The Hague, Netherlands, Jan. 28. Increased congestion likely to persist over coming hours.
Event
Climate activists affiliated with the Extinction Rebellion (XR) movement blocked the A12 highway near the parliament in the Hagues Jan. 28. The protest was initially slated to begin at 12:00 despite a ban imposed by authorities.
Security forces have been deployed to clear the road and reportedly made several arrests. It is unclear whether traffic has resumed. Transport disruptions will likely persist over the coming hours. Skirmishes with security forces remain possible if participants do not abide by police directives and attempt to further disrupt road traffic.
Advice
Avoid all protests and plan for increased congestion in the Hagues through Jan. 28. Heed all official directives.
