Bosnia and Herzegovina: Activists in Sarajevo to protest rising living costs July 22

Event

Activists in Sarajevo plan to protest on July 22 over high food and fuel prices; participants are calling for the government to take measures to reduce prices. Activists will gather in Marijin Dvor from 15:30 before likely marching through the city; attendance could reach into the thousands.

Authorities will deploy additional police to monitor and facilitate the gatherings. Large crowds and related security measures will likely prompt localized traffic disruptions. While significant violence is not anticipated, scuffles between police and protesters cannot be ruled out.

Advice

Avoid the protests as a routine security precaution and to mitigate associated disruption; leave the area at the first sign of a confrontation. Allow extra time if traveling in the vicinity of the protest July 22.