Morocco: Activists plan to protest outside Court of Appeal in Casablanca June 15

Event

Activists plan to protest outside the Court of Appeal in Casablanca from 12:30 June 15 to demand the release of detained journalists Omar Radi and Suleiman Raissouni. Both individuals, who are facing trial for sexual assault charges, maintain their innocence and claim their arrests to be politically motivated. Dozens to a hundred individuals could attend the demonstration.

Authorities will likely increase security to monitor the event. Large numbers of protesters will likely cause localized transport disruptions near the Court of Appeal through the afternoon of June 15. Clashes are possible 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 if traveling through the affected area June 15.