09 Jan 2025 | 10:16 AM UTC
Romania: Political activists to protest in Bucharest 14:00 Jan. 12
Political activists affiliated with opposition parties to protest at University Square, Bucharest, 14:00 Jan. 12. Increased security likely.
Activists and sympathizers affiliated with the Alliance for the Unity of Romanians (AUR) party plan to protest at University Square, Bucharest, from 14:00 Jan. 12. The rally aims to denounce the recent cancellation of the second round of presidential elections following evidence of foreign interference. Several thousand people could participate.
Authorities will likely deploy increased security to monitor the gathering. Localized road travel and transport disruptions are likely near the protest site. Limited confrontations between law enforcement officers and demonstrators or between participants and political opposition are possible.
Avoid the affected area as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling in central Bucharest. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately leave the area at the first signs of confrontation.
