Incident Details
Demonstrations are planned in Paris for Friday 1 May. Demonstrators are expected to gather at the Court of Human Rights near Trocadero, the Place de la Bastille, and the Place de la Republique at unspecified times throughout the day to commemorate May Day/International Workers’ Day. Disobeying COVID-19 social distancing restrictions may lead to clashes with police.
Traveler Safety
For travelers remaining abroad, avoid all unnecessary travel due to COVID-19. Travelers should maintain enhanced situational awareness during transit and avoid large gatherings, specifically as lockdown restrictions begin to ease. Avoid all protests as they may turn violent. Plan travel routes in advance and find alternative routes if encountering protests. Contact your program leaders if you have questions. Monitor the incident via local news and social media.
