30 Sep 2024 | 08:44 AM UTC
Austria: Protest activity likely in Vienna through early October
Protest activity denouncing electoral victory of Freedom Party likely in Vienna, Austria, through early October. Heightened security likely.
Political groups are likely to demonstrate in Vienna through early October following the Freedom Party of Austria's (Freiheitliche Partei Osterreichs, FPO) electoral victory in the country's parliamentary election. Hundreds of protesters gathered near the Parliament building in Vienna late Sept. 29 to denounce the projected right-wing FPO party victory. Campaign groups plan a demonstration from 18:00 Oct. 3 at the Parliament. Further, impromptu rallies are likely as election results are confirmed.
Heightened security and localized access closures are likely in central Vienna, particularly near Parliament, in the coming days. Consequent transport disruptions will probably affect parts of the capital. Counterdemonstrations may materialize at short notice. Confrontations between demonstrators, law enforcement officers, or ideologically opposed individuals cannot be ruled out.
Avoid the protest activity as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling in central Vienna. Immediately depart the area at the first sign that any security disturbance may occur. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers.
