14 Jul 2023 | 01:01 PM UTC
Bangladesh: Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami to rally in Sylhet 12:00 July 15
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami plans to hold rally in Sylhet, Bangladesh, 12:00 July 15. Increased security likely; clashes possible.
Event
The Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami (Jamaat) party plans to hold a rally in Sylhet at 12:00 on July 15 over various demands, including denouncing the ruling Awami League (AL) administration. The specific assembly point is not immediately clear. Typical gathering sites include government buildings, prominent squares in city centers, and main thoroughfares. Dozens to hundreds of people could participate in the event.
Increased security is likely in the vicinity of potential rally sites, especially since authorities have denied Jamaat's application to hold the rally. Increased security measures could lead to localized transport disruptions. Police may disperse crowds if gatherings become disruptive, possibly leading to clashes.
Advice
Avoid the rally as a security precaution. Allow additional travel time near the protest site. Monitor trusted local sources for updates on rallies and related disruptions. Heed all official traffic and security advisories. If violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area.
