27 Aug 2024 | 04:03 AM UTC
Tunisia: Activists plan to protest outside elections authority in Tunis Aug. 27
Activists to protest outside elections authority in Tunis, Tunisia, Aug. 27. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Activists plan to demonstrate outside the Independent High Authority for Elections in Tunis from 10:00 Aug. 27. Protesters are denouncing authorities' decision to withdraw the accreditation of journalist Khawla Bou Karim and demanding her reinstatement. Dozens to a hundred individuals could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Independent High Authority for Elections the morning of Aug. 27. Clashes between police and protesters are possible, particularly if the latter are overly disruptive or ignore police orders to disperse.
Avoid the protest due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the affected area Aug. 27.
