04 Apr 2024 | 04:56 AM UTC
Lebanon: Activists plan to protest near Statue of the Immigrant in Beirut April 4
Activists to protest near Statue of the Immigrant in Beirut, Lebanon, April 4. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Activists plan to protest near the Statue of the Immigrant in Beirut from 17:00 April 4 to demand justice for victims of the Beirut Port explosion. Protesters alleged that politicians are obstructing the investigation into the August 2020 blast that killed at least 200 people and wounded some 6,000 others. Dozens to a hundred individuals could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Statue of the Immigrant the evening of April 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 if traveling through the affected area April 4.
