21 Nov 2020 | 08:49 AM UTC
Lithuania: Demonstrators to gather in Vilnius on November 21
Demonstrators to gather in Vilnius on November 21 to denounce COVID-19 restrictions; anticipate localized travel disruptions
Event
Demonstrators are set to gather in Vilnius on Saturday, November 21, to denounce coronavirus disease (COVID-19) measures. The participants will reportedly gather at 11:00 (local time) at the Cathedral Square before marching to the Parliament building on Gediminas Avenue, to denounce the face masks mandate, the COVID-19 vaccine, as well as 5G technology. The event is likely to be well attended.
A heightened security presence and localized traffic disruptions should be anticipated in the vicinity of the demonstration.
Advice
Those in Vilnius are advised to monitor the situation, anticipate transportation disruptions, and avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution.