26 Jul 2019 | 04:09 PM UTC
Haiti: Demonstrations expected in Port-au-Prince July 26-28
Demonstrations expected outside US Embassy in Port-au-Prince July 26-28; transportation disruptions to be anticipated near demonstration site
Event
A demonstration has been reported outside the US Embassy in Port-au-Prince on Friday, July 26. Individuals are advised to avoid Boulevard du 15 Octobre over the coming hours.
US diplomatic authorities have also issued a demonstration alert warning of potential demonstrations in Port-au-Prince on Saturday, July 27, and Sunday, July 28. Protesters are expected to gather outside the US Embassy for a sit-in demonstration.
A heightened security presence and transportation disruptions are to be expected in the abovementioned area over the coming days.
Advice
Individuals in the affected area are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to instructions issued by local authorities.
