10 Jan 2023 | 03:19 AM UTC
Tunisia: Activists plan to protest outside Palais de Justice in Tunis Jan. 10
Activists plan to protest outside Palais de Justice in Tunis, Tunisia, Jan. 10. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Activists plan to demonstrate outside the Palais de Justice in Tunis from 10:00 Jan. 10 to denounce the alleged targeting of political opponents and human rights activists. The protest comes after authorities arrested lawyer Ayachi Hammami for his criticism of the Ministry of Justice. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Palais de Justice the morning of Jan. 10. 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 Jan. 10.
