05 Mar 2024 | 08:22 AM UTC
Europe: Labor strikes and demonstrations related to International Women's Day likely regionwide March 8 /update 2
International Women's Day strikes and protests likely across Europe March 8. Transport disruptions, heightened security likely.
Strikes and protests related to International Women's Day are likely across Europe March 8. Planned actions include:
- Belgium: Widespread strikes by several unions representing transportation workers will likely impact the Stib public transport network in Brussels.
- France: The General Confederation of Labor (CGT) Union is planning a nationwide multisector strike.
- Italy: Unions representing workers in the ground transport, air travel, maritime travel, shipping, healthcare, and education sectors will participate in a nationwide general strike.
- Turkiye: Activist groups will stage "Feminist Evening Marches" through several cities nationwide, with the largest beginning at Istanbul's Taksim Square at 19:30.
Some organizers may not announce event plans in advance. Disruptions to all forms of transportation are likely on March 8 and may linger through the morning hours of March 9. Rallies in major urban centers will probably draw large crowds. While most of the gatherings will likely remain largely peaceful, low-level confrontations between demonstrators and law enforcement officers cannot be ruled out.
Reconfirm all travel, shipping, and medical appointments scheduled March 8. Allow additional time for all travel via public ground transport, air travel, or maritime travel. Avoid all demonstrations as a standard precaution. Immediately depart the area at the first sign that any security disturbance may occur. Strictly heed all instructions from authorities.
