13 Sep 2024 | 02:47 AM UTC
Iraq: Activists plan to protest outside Ministry of Planning in Baghdad Sept. 13
Activists to protest outside Ministry of Planning in Baghdad, Iraq, Sept. 13. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Activists plan to demonstrate outside the Ministry of Planning in Baghdad from 15:00 Sept. 13. Protesters are demanding that politicians and officials are held accountable for corruption and theft of public funds. Hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Ministry of Planning the afternoon of Sept. 13. Clashes between police and protesters are possible, particularly if demonstrators are overly disruptive or ignore police orders to disperse.
Avoid the protest 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 area Sept. 13.
