24 May 2023 | 02:44 AM UTC
Australia: Activists protesting at Hyde Park in Sydney, New South Wales, May 24
Activists protesting at Hyde Park in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, May 24. Increased security likely, disruptions possible.
Event
Activists are protesting at Hyde Park in Sydney, New South Wales, as of the afternoon of May 24. Participants are calling for the release of detained WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange. Hundreds of people are attending the protest. Reports suggest that an earlier protest march caused temporary traffic disruptions along King Street.
Authorities will likely monitor the protest. Activists may block and/or march along nearby roadways. Localized transport disruptions are possible. While the demonstration will likely pass off peacefully, minor confrontations between police and protesters could occur.
Advice
Avoid the demonstration as a standard security precaution. Allow extra time to reach destinations near Hyde Park May 24. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
