Bangladesh: Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami to hold nationwide protests July 7

Event

The Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami party plans to hold protests across Bangladesh, July 7 to denounce the recent burning of the Quran in Sweden. Organizers have yet to announce the start time and specific assembly points of the action, but typical gathering sites include government buildings, prominent squares in city centers, and main thoroughfares. Protesters could gather outside the Swedish embassy in the Gulshan 2 area of Dhaka. Participation is likely to vary depending on location but may reach the thousands, particularly in major cities such as Dhaka.

Authorities will likely monitor the protests. Localized transport disruptions are likely due to the presence of large numbers of people. Demonstrators may also march on roadways. Although organizers said the protests would be peaceful, violence cannot be ruled out and has occurred at similar actions in the past.

Advice

Exercise caution and allow additional travel time if operating nearby potential rally sites. Monitor trusted local sources for updates on rallies and related disruptions, as organizers may not announce time or location details in advance. Heed all official traffic and security advisories. If violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area.