17 Aug 2023 | 03:33 AM UTC
Tunisia: Activists plan to protest outside Municipal Theatre in Tunis Aug. 17
Activists plan to protest outside Municipal Theatre in Tunis, Tunisia, Aug. 17. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Activists plan to demonstrate outside the Municipal Theatre in Tunis from 18:00 Aug. 17. Protesters are demanding that authorities cease political trials and release political prisoners. Dozens to a hundred individuals could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Municipal Theatre the evening of Aug. 17. 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 Aug. 17.
