Libya: Workers plan to protest outside Libyan Airlines office in Tripoli Oct. 11

Event

Activists plan to demonstrate outside the Libyan Airlines office in Tripoli from 10:00 Oct. 11. Protesters claim that the company has not paid their salaries for more than 14 months. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.

Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Libyan Airlines office the morning of Oct. 11. 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. Allow additional time if traveling through the affected area Oct. 11.