22 Feb 2023 | 03:25 AM UTC
Iran: Teachers plan to protest outside education directorate in Shiraz Feb. 22
Teachers plan to protest outside education directorate in Shiraz, Iran, Feb. 22. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Teachers plan to protest outside the General Directorate of Education of Fars Province in Shiraz from 12:00 Feb. 22. Protesters are demanding several issues including higher salaries and improved pensioners' rights. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the General Directorate of Education of Fars Province the afternoon of Feb. 22. 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 Feb. 22.
