27 Apr 2023 | 05:09 AM UTC
Lebanon: Activists plan to protest outside Palais de Justice in Beirut April 27
Activists to protest outside Palais de Justice in Beirut, Lebanon, April 27. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Activists plan to protest outside the Palais de Justice in Beirut from 12:00 April 27 to demand justice for victims of the Beirut Port explosion. Protesters allege that officials are obstructing the investigation into the August 2020 blast that killed at least 200 people and wounded some 6,000 others. Dozens to a hundred people could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Palais de Justice the afternoon of April 27. 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 April 27.
