Incident Details

On 27 February planned demonstrations will occur in Piazza San Silvestro at 15:00 local time. Protests are aimed to oppose the recent appointment of Mario Draghi as the new prime minister. Police presence is likely to provide security, which may result in transportation disruptions and attempts to disperse the crowd due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Traveler Safety

SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid the area. Travelers should maintain enhanced situational awareness during transit and plan travel routes in advance due to possible disruptions. Contact your program leaders if you have questions. Monitor the incident via local sources.