26 Mar 2021 | 04:57 AM UTC
Iran: Rail workers' plan to protest in Mashhad March 27
Rail workers plan to protest in Mashhad, Iran, from 10:00 March 27. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Rail workers plan to demonstrate outside Khorasan Railway's management in Mashhad from 10:00 March 27 against the late payment of their salaries. Dozens to a hundred individuals could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the protest location the morning of March 27. Clashes between police and protesters cannot be ruled out, particularly if demonstrators are overly disruptive or if they ignore police orders to disperse.
Advice
Avoid the protest due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the affected area, March 27.
