Since October 16, education workers from the Unitary Union of Education Workers of Peru (SUTEP) are on strike indefinitely to demand higher wages. Demonstrations are expected to last through October 21 and have taken place in Lima, Arequipa, Ica, and Tumbes. Clashes between law enforcement and protesters are possible. Disruptions to classes are likely.
Between October 11 and 13, attackers may target a synagogue, mosque, or temple, causing risks to safety and possible travel disruptions. The United States Embassy in Romania issued an alert after becoming aware of possible threats targeting religious institutions. This coincides with the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur.
On October 13 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, protesters will gather in Queen’s Gardens and march through nearby streets. Multiple activist groups are expected to call for an immediate ceasefire and de-escalation in the Middle East. Clashes between protesters and police are possible, and a large turnout is expected.
On October 12 at 9:00 PM, railway workers will go on strike in Italy for 24-hours. Cub Trasporti and SGB will call for a new contract and increased safety measures. This will affect the Trenitalia, Trenord, and Italo operators who are responsible for railway travel nationwide. Disruptions to travel and businesses are expected.
From October 9 to October 12, the Northern Bahamas will face severe weather conditions due to Hurricane Milton. The U.S. Embassy issued alerts for Abaco, Bimini, and Freeport. The island will face high winds, heavy rainfall, and storm surge.
On October 5, railway workers from the Panhellenic Union of Traction Personnel (PEPE) will go on strike for 24-hours across Greece. The strike calls for improved workplace safety standards to prevent future accidents. This comes after two trains nearly collided in Agioi Anargyroi after an error by the stationmaster.
On October 5, protesters will gather unlawfully in Rome, Italy in response to the Israel-Hamas conflict. Italian officials outlawed the demonstrations, however they are expected to be carried out. Clashes between law enforcement and demonstrators are likely. A heavy security presence is expected.
On October 7 at 6:00 PM, protesters will gather on Konradstraße in Leipzig, Germany. The protests will be on the anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel. Students previously protested on the Leipzig University campus in May 2024 causing police intervention. Heavy security presence is expected.
On October 5 at 2 PM, protesters will gather at the Place de la Republique in Paris, France. The protest is in response to the Israel-Hamas conflict and will take place two days prior to the anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel. Clashes between protesters and law enforcement are likely.
From September 30 to October 1, railway workers from Trenord will go on strike in Lombardy, Italy. Trenord is responsible for railway transportation within Lombardy. The region accounts for approximately ten million citizens.
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