Incident Details
On February 27, a protest is planned to take place in Kyiv at 12:00, at an unspecified location. Activists are protesting to demand the release of a lawyer-activist who was sentenced to prison. Reports indicate that protesters are planning to continue to stage demonstrations until their demands are met.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid protests because they may turn violent. Travelers 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 sources.
