22 May 2023 | 04:01 AM UTC
Tunisia: Journalists plan to protest in El Gorjani area of Tunis May 22
Journalists plan to protest in El Gorjani area of Tunis, Tunisia, May 22. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Journalists plan to protest outside the El Gorjani Police Research Department in Tunis from 10:00 May 22. Protesters are supporting two journalists under investigation and denouncing allegedly diminishing press freedom. Dozens to a hundred individuals could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the El Gorjani Police Research Department the morning of May 22. 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 May 22.
