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03 Feb 2023 | 06:13 AM UTC

South Korea: Activists to hold memorial gathering at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul 14:00 Feb. 4

Activists to hold memorial gathering at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul, South Korea, 14:00 Feb. 4. Increased security likely.

Informational

Event

Activists plan to hold a memorial gathering at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul 14:00 Feb. 4 to commemorate the 100-day anniversary since the Itaewon crowd crush incident that killed more than 150 people. Hundreds of people could attend the gathering.

Security personnel will likely monitor the gathering. The action is likely to pass off peacefully, though isolated skirmishes cannot be ruled out. Localized traffic disruptions are possible near the gathering site.

Advice

Avoid the protest due to possible skirmishes. Follow all security personnel instructions. Allow additional travel time near the demonstration.