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13 Feb 2019 | 02:19 PM UTC

Lebanon: Demonstration planned in Sidon February 16

Demonstration planned in Sidon February 16; avoid all demonstrations

Warning

Event

Multiple groups are planning to stage a demonstration in Sidon on Saturday, February 16, commemorating the 34th anniversary of the end of the Israeli occupation of the city. The demonstration is expected to begin with a torchlight ceremony at 17:30 (local time) at Martyrs Square. Localized traffic disruptions are possible around the event site.

Advice

Individuals in Sidon are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all demonstrations and large public gatherings as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities and their home governments.