03 Dec 2017 | 09:50 PM UTC
Pakistan: Political rally in Islamabad December 5
Large political rally to be held in Islamabad on December 5; traffic and transportation disruptions possible
Event
The opposition Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) announced it would hold a rally on Tuesday, December 5 at the Parade Ground in Islamabad. The rally will celebrate the party's 50-year anniversary.
The total expected number of attendees is unknown; however, severe transportation disruptions should still be expected in the vicinity of the rally as well as a heavy security presence.
Advice
Individuals in Islamabad are advised to closely monitor the situation and to avoid any gatherings due to the risk of associated violence. As a reminder, all Western embassies in Pakistan advise their citizens against nonessential travel to the country. Travel to the country should only be considered with proper security protocols in place.
