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13 Feb 2023 | 03:19 PM UTC

Tunisia: Journalists to protest in Kasbah Square in Tunis Feb. 16

Journalists to protest in Kasbah Square in Tunis, Tunisia, Feb. 16. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.

Informational

Event

Members of the National Syndicate of Tunisian Journalists plan to protest in Kasbah Square in Tunis Feb. 16. The purpose of the action is to denounce the perceived repression of media agencies by the government.

Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near Kasbah Square Feb. 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 as a precaution. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the affected area Feb. 16.