Incident Details
An anti-government protest is set to take place on 22 September at 10:00 local time. The protest will gather at the presidential office building. The previous anti-government protest that took place in Bulgaria on 2 September resulted in at least 200 injuries with tens of thousands in attendance. Expect clashes between police and protestors.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid protests, which are likely to turn violent. Students should maintain enhanced situational awareness during transit and plan travel routes in advance. Contact your program leaders if you have questions. Monitor the incident via local news and social media.
