Bulgaria: Farmers' organizations to stage indefinite nationwide protests from Sept. 18

Event

Farmers from various organizations will stage indefinite nationwide protests from Sept. 18. Participants demand that the government extend restrictions on agricultural imports from Ukraine. The demonstrations will involve protestors blocking major roads and border crossings with heavy equipment. Participants will focus their actions on Sofia Sept. 19. Further details are not yet available. The protests are likely to be well attended.

Heightened security measures and associated transport disruptions are likely in affected areas. Low-level confrontations between demonstrators and police or frustrated motorists are possible.

Advice

Avoid all related protests as a precaution and to minimize travel delays. Allow additional time for travel in affected areas; plan alternative routes. Heed all instructions from authorities. Leave an area at the first sign of unrest.