31 Aug 2024 | 07:43 AM UTC
Iraq: Protests over employment and pay issues planned in Baghdad on Sept. 1 and 3
Activists plan to protest in Baghdad, Iraq, on Sept. 1 and 3. Increased security, disruptions likely; clashes possible.
Activists plan to stage protests in Baghdad on Sept. 1 and 3 over employment and pay issues. These gatherings will likely be well attended.
Known details are as follows:
Sept. 1:
Political science degree holders will gather in front of the Federal Service Council building in Baghdad's Alawi area from 08:00.
Operational workers at the Sunni Endowment Office will demonstrate in front of the Sunni Endowment Bureau in Baghdad's Al-Ghazaliyah area from 08:00.
Higher education degree holders will gather at the Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy on Al-Bijiyah Street in Baghdad's Al-Mansour area from 09:00.
Sept. 3:
Retired Iraqi army personnel plan to protest before the Ministry of Finance from 08:00.
Medical graduates plan to gather at Tahrir Square at 08:00 before marching towards Gate 1 of Baghdad's Green Zone.
Further related protests are possible on Sept. 1 and 3 and over the coming weeks.
A heightened security presence is likely in the affected areas. Associated localized transport and business disruptions are probable. Clashes between police and protesters are possible, particularly if the latter are overly disruptive or ignore police orders to disperse.
Avoid all related protests due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel and leave the area at the first sign of a confrontation. Allow additional time if traveling through the affected areas on Sept. 1 and 3.
