Lebanon: Teachers plan nationwide protests March 13

Event

Teachers plan to protest nationwide from 10:30 March 13 to demand several issues, including higher salaries and better working conditions. Organizers have announced that the main gathering will be outside the Ministry of Education in Beirut. Associated demonstrations will also likely occur outside education departments and government buildings across the country. Hundreds could participate in the gatherings.

Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near demonstration sites, especially near the Ministry of Education in Beirut, the morning of March 13. 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 all protests due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the affected areas March 13.