Incident Details
Yellow Vest protestors have announced their plans to march in Paris on 26 September. The protest comes as a response to the disappearance of a Yellow Vest activist at a traffic accident. The march is set to gather at Porte Doree and proceed to the Palace of Nations before concluding at the Place d’Italie. Disruptions to travel and clashes with local authorities are expected.
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.
