24 Jun 2022 | 11:40 AM UTC
Spain: Unions representing the Spanish military to stage protest in Madrid, June 25
Military associations will protest in Madrid, Spain, June 25, for improved conditions. Heightened security, travel disruption likely.
Event
Associations representing Spain's military personnel will hold a rally and march in Madrid, June 25. Protesters will gather in Puerta del Sol at 12:00 before marching to Plaza de las Cortes. Activists are calling for improved pay and working conditions for military personnel. Attendance will likely not exceed the low hundreds.
Police will almost certainly deploy to monitor and facilitate the gathering. Associated security measures will likely prompt localized travel disruptions, especially at the Puerta del Sol metro, bus, and tram interchange. Road closures and traffic delays are possible along the march route. Violence is not anticipated.
Advice
Avoid all demonstrations as a precaution. Allow additional time to reach destinations; consider taking alternative routes to circumvent any related disruptions. Follow local security and travel advice.
