02 Jan 2024 | 01:18 PM UTC
Lithuania: Farmers plan to stage vehicle protest in Vilnius, Jan. 8
Farmers plan to stage vehicle protest in Vilnius, Lithuania, Jan. 8; heightened security, traffic disruptions likely.
Unionized farmers plan to demonstrate in Vilnius, Jan. 8. Agricultural groups are denouncing a lack of communication with the Ministries of Agriculture and the Environment. Protesters plan to drive slow-moving agricultural vehicles in convoy to the city center, and will likely block traffic on major roads. Participants are also likely to demonstrate at the Ministry of Agriculture.
Additional police will likely be deployed to monitor and facilitate the action. The protest itself and related security measures, such as road closures and movement restrictions, will likely result in localized transport disruptions in the city center. The action is likely to proceed peacefully. Further protests are possible.
Avoid the demonstration as a routine security precaution and to mitigate associated disruptions. Heed instructions from security services. Check for disruptions and allow extra time to reach destinations in Vilnius Jan. 8.
