Iran: Oil sector workers plan nationwide protests Feb. 17

Oil sector workers plan to demonstrate nationwide Feb. 17 to demand higher salaries and better working conditions. Organizers have announced that the main gathering will take place outside the Presidential Administration of Iran in Tehran from 09:00. Associated demonstrations will also likely occur at government buildings and public squares across the country.

Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely around protest sites. Clashes between police and protesters are possible, particularly if demonstrators ignore police orders to disperse.