Jordan: Activists plan protest march in Amman Dec. 10

Event

Activists plan to march in Amman the afternoon of Dec. 10 to protest the water-for-energy deal between Jordan and Israel. Protesters claim that the agreement would make Jordan reliant on Israeli water. The exact route of the march is unclear; protesters will start from outside the Grand Husseini Mosque. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.

Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely in Amman, especially near the Grand Husseini Mosque, the afternoon of Dec. 10. 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 event due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time if traveling through the affected area Dec. 10.