Portugal: Human rights activists to demonstrate in Lisbon from 18:30 Sept. 5

Event

Human rights activists plan to demonstrate in Lisbon Sept. 5 to demand Egyptian authorities release a prisoner, Alaa Abd El-Fattah, who they claim is held for political reasons in inhumane conditions. Participants will gather at Largo de Intendente from 18:30; attendance could reach into the hundreds.

Additional police will likely deploy to monitor the action. Large crowds and associated security measures could prompt localized business and transport disruptions. The action is likely to proceed peacefully though isolated clashes with security services cannot be ruled out.

Advice

Avoid the demonstration as a routine security precaution and to mitigate associated disruptions. Heed instructions from security services and leave the area at the first sign of a confrontation. Check for disruptions and allow extra time for travel in the affected area the evening of Sept. 5.