04 Jan 2024 | 03:18 AM UTC
Jordan: Students plan to protest outside higher education ministry in Amman Jan. 4
Students to protest outside higher education ministry in Amman, Jordan, Jan. 4. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
University students plan to protest outside the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in Amman from 13:00 Jan. 4. Protesters are denouncing authorities' decision to reduce funding for student grants and loans. Dozens to a hundred individuals could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research the afternoon of Jan. 4. Clashes between police and protesters cannot be ruled out, particularly if demonstrators are overly disruptive or if they ignore police orders to disperse.
Avoid the protest due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the affected area Jan. 4.
