Europe
- Bucharest, Romania: Protest Advisory | On May 13, protesters will gather in front of the Victoria Palace from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, marching to the Ministries of Economy, Entrepreneurship and Tourism; Labor and Social Solidarity; and Finance. Protesters are demanding lower taxes. Travelers are advised to avoid all protests and anticipate travel delays. Monitor local media for updates.
- Spain: Protest Advisory | On May 14, protesters will demonstrate in major cities across Spain. The protesters are calling for changes to the public education system. Travelers are advised to avoid all protests and anticipate travel delays. Monitor local media for updates.
- Dublin, Ireland: Protest Advisory | On May 14, protesters will meet at the Department of Agriculture to demand a ban on hare coursing. Travelers are advised to avoid all protests and anticipate travel delays. Monitor local media for updates.
- Thessaloniki, Greece: Protest Advisory | On May 15, protesters will gather at the Venizelos Statue in response to the Israel-Hamas conflict. Violent clashes are possible. Travelers are advised to avoid all protests and anticipate travel delays. Monitor local media for updates.
- Sicily, Italy: Travel Advisory | On May 16, public transportation workers will strike for 24 hours. Segesta Autolinee, Sicilbus, Etna Trasporti, and Interbus are expected to be most impacted. Travelers are advised to make alternate transportation arrangements if travel is booked through these companies. Avoid any associated protests.
Americas
- Santa Fe, Argentina: Protest Advisory | On May 13, municipal workers will strike and demonstrate at the Provincial Autonomous Institute of Social Work. The protests are in regards to salary and labor issues. Travelers are advised to avoid all protests and anticipate travel delays. Monitor local media for updates.
- Bogota, Colombia: Protest Advisory | On May 14, taxi drivers will strike and protest for 24 hours, starting at 10:00 AM. Protesters will meet at Parque Nacional and march to Plaza de Bolivar. Significant transportation disruptions are likely. Travelers are advised to avoid protests and seek alternate methods of travel. Monitor local media for updates.
- Mexico City, Mexico: Protest Advisory | On May 15, protesters from the National Educational Workers Coordination will strike and demonstrate at San Cosme station and march to Plaza de la Constitucion. The protests are in regards to salaries and labor rights. Travelers are advised to avoid all protests and anticipate travel delays. Monitor local media for updates.
- Villahermosa, Mexico: Protest Advisory | On May 17, protesters will march from Tomas Garrido Park to Plaza de Armas at 5:00 PM. Demonstrators are calling attention to International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia. Travelers are advised to avoid all protests and anticipate travel delays. Monitor local media for updates.
- Lima, Peru: Protest Advisory | On May 18, protesters will gather at the Chinese Embassy at 4:00 PM. Protesters are calling for more stringent laws against animal abuse in China. Travelers are advised to avoid all protests and anticipate travel delays. Monitor local media for updates.
Asia & Pacific
- Tripura State, India: Protest Advisory | From May 13-18, protesters from the Communist Party of India will be demonstrating across Tripura state due to a shortage of gasoline. Protests will likely occur outside government buildings and in public squares. Travelers are advised to avoid protests and expect travel disruptions.
- India: Weather Advisory | Through May 14, severe weather is forecast across India. Thunderstorms, strong winds, and lightning are forecast. Heavy rains may cause floods and landslides. Travelers are advised to seek shelter at higher elevations and monitor local media for updates. Expect travel disruptions.
- West Sumatra, Indonesia: Weather Advisory | Over the coming days, heavy rains are expected to occur in West Sumatra, Indonesia. Landslides, floods, and infrastructure disruptions are likely. Travelers are advised to seek shelter at higher ground and monitor weather alerts for updates. Expect travel disruptions.
- New South Wales, Australia: Weather Advisory | Over the coming days, thunderstorms are expected to bring up to four inches of rain across the region. Flooding, landslides, and power outages are possible. Travelers are advised to seek shelter at higher ground and monitor weather alerts for updates. Expect travel disruptions.
Africa & Middle East
- Kinshasa, Congo: Protest Advisory | Over the coming days, demonstrations are expected to occur due to an ongoing fuel shortage. Travelers are advised to avoid protests and expect travel disruptions.
- Israel: Protest Advisory | Over the coming weeks, protests against the Netanyahu government are expected in city centers. Past protests have seen the police use violent tactics, including water cannons, to disperse protests. Travelers are advised to avoid protests and expect travel disruptions.
- Chad: Protest Advisory | Over the coming days, protests are expected in Chad following the presidential election. Incumbent president Mahamat Idriss Deby won the election, and opponent Succès Masra has called for protests due to perceived electoral malpractice. Travelers are advised to avoid protests and expect travel disruptions.
- Lunda Norte, Angola: Health Advisory | For the first time since 2020, polio has been reported. Travelers are advised to make sure their polio vaccinations are up to date, and receive a booster if necessary. Only consume food and water that is safe, and avoid contact with infected persons.
