20 Mar 2023 | 03:27 AM UTC
Lebanon: Retired engineers plan to protest in Beirut March 20
Retired engineers plan to protest in Beirut, Lebanon, from 14:00 March 20. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Retired engineers plan to protest outside the Order of Engineers and Architects in Beirut from 14:00 March 20 to demand higher pensions and medical subsidies. Dozens to a hundred individuals could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Order of Engineers and Architects the afternoon of March 20. 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 March 20.
