Cyprus: Climate change protests planned May 3 and May 12

Event

Climate change protests are scheduled in Nicosia on Friday, May 3, and Sunday, May 12. Youth for Climate Cyprus plans to hold a demonstration outside of Parliament on May 3. Unconfirmed reports say that the demonstration will begin at 10:30 (local time). Mothers in Cyprus will march outside of Parliament beginning at 10:00 (local time) on Mother's Day, May 12, as part of the global "Mothers Rise Up" initiative. They are expected to conclude their march at the Presidential Palace. Protesters in both demonstrations are demanding stronger government action to combat climate change.

A heightened security presence and localized traffic disruptions are to be expected near the demonstration sites.

Context

Similar protests also took place in Nicosia on March 15.

Advice

Individuals in Nicosia are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to instructions issued by local authorities.