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19 Sep 2021 | 01:24 AM UTC

Libya: Teachers plan to protest outside United Nations headquarters in Tripoli Sept. 19

Teachers plan to protest outside United Nations headquarters in Tripoli, Libya, Sept. 19. Increased security likely.

Informational

Event

Unionized teachers plan to protest outside the Union Nations headquarters in Tripoli Sept. 19 to demand higher salaries and improved working conditions. The start time of the protest is unclear. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.

Authorities will likely increase security to monitor the event. Large numbers of protesters may cause localized transport disruptions near the Union Nations headquarters Sept. 19. 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 Sept. 19.