01 Apr 2024 | 03:53 PM UTC
Romania: Activists to demonstrate at Victory Square in Bucharest on April 2
Lawyer groups to protest at Victory Square in Bucharest, Romania, 11:30-13:30 April 2. Heightened security likely.
Groups of probation lawyers plan to protest at Victory Square (Piata Victoriei) in Bucharest between 11:30-13:30 on April 2. The purpose of the demonstration is to demand salary payments and improved working conditions. It is unclear how many participants may attend.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near Victory Square. Though unlikely, low-level confrontations between demonstrations and law enforcement officers cannot be ruled out.
Avoid the demonstration area as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling near Victory Square. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately depart the area at the first sign that any security disturbance may occur.
