Tunisia: Activists to protest in Tunis Dec. 17, call for further rallies through Jan. 14

Event

Activists plan to demonstrate outside the municipal theatre in Tunis from 10:00 Dec. 17. The purpose of the gathering is to denounce President Kais Saied's decision to rule by decree and indefinitely suspend Tunisia's Parliament in late July. Organizers have called for related protests through Jan. 14 but did not provide specific details of planned events; associated demonstrations are possible in urban centers nationwide.

Police will almost certainly increase security to monitor any demonstrations. Localized transport and business disruptions are possible. Clashes may occur, particularly if security personnel attempt to disperse the protesters.

Advice

Avoid all protests as a standard precaution. Plan for delays near gathering areas. Immediately depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Heed the directives of local officials.