18 Apr 2022 | 04:31 AM UTC
Iran: Activists plan to protest outside Swedish Embassy in Tehran April 18
Activists plan to protest outside Swedish Embassy in Tehran, Iran, April 18. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Activists plan to protest outside the Embassy of Sweden in Tehran from 18:00 April 18 to denounce the Danish far-right Stram Kurs (Hard Line) party's burning of the Quran during a rally in Linkoping, Sweden. Iranian officials have blamed the Swedish government for failing to prevent the act. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Embassy of Sweden through late April 18. 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 protest due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. If violence breaks out, leave the area immediately. Allow additional time if traveling through the affected area April 18.
