18 Nov 2021 | 05:08 AM UTC
Iran: Bank employees plan to protest in Tehran Nov. 21
Bank employees plan to protest in Tehran, Iran, from 10:00 Nov. 21. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Bank employees plan to protest outside the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance in Tehran from 10:00 Nov. 21 to demand higher salaries and improved working conditions. Dozens to hundreds of 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 Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance the morning of Nov. 21. 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 Nov. 21.
