Incident Details
Yellow vest organizers plan to stage a protest in Paris on 20 November. Participants are expected to gather in front of Place du Président Edouard Herriot at 14:00 local time. Recent yellow vest protests have resulted in clashes between police and demonstrators. It is highly likely tear-gas will be used to disperse crowds.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid protests, which 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 news and social media.
