Incident Details
On 17 February demonstrations planned by the Federation of Independent Trade Unions of Ukraine to protest the salary increase and tenure of Ukrainian railway workers are likely to occur. Protesters are expected to gather in front of the Cabinet of Ministers building in Kyiv.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid the area. 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 as more information may become available.
