Kiera Andrews

Expect heightened security and travel disruptions during the Champions League Football final in Budapest, Hungary, from May 29 to May 31.

Heightened security and travel disruptions are expected across Budapest, from May 29–31 during the UEFA Champions League final weekend at Puskás Arena. Over 4,000 police officers will be deployed around the city, with road closures expected to cause congestion near the stadium and Budapest International Airport (BUD). Additional designated fan zones in Heroes Square, Napozoret, and MTK Sportpark will host thousands of fans over the weekend.

Doctors will strike nationwide across Spain on May 18-22; expect disruptions to healthcare services.

Doctors will strike nationwide from May 18-22 in an ongoing call for improved working conditions. The Spanish Confederation of Medical Unions (CESM) organized the strikes which have been ongoing since February 2026. No strike-related protest have been announced but are likely. The strike is expected to cause disruptions and closures to healthcare facilities, routine appointments, elective surgeries and specialist appointments. The emergency rooms will remain open during the strike, anticipate longer wait times.

Anticipate heightened security and travel disruptions across Japan, during pro-peace demonstrations on May 19 and 29.

Localized disruptions are expected in Tokyo and other major urban centers in Japan on May 19 and May 29 with protesters gathering in response to proposed revisions to Japan’s pacifist constitution, concerns over lethal arms exports and the ongoing Middle East conflict. Protesters are expected to gather at key locations including the National Diet, the Ministry of Defence, the Prime Minister’s Office and main train stations. Past demonstrations have recorded significant turnout. Expect disruptions to public transport and local traffic.

Large-scale demonstrations are expected globally on May 15 to commemorate Nakba Day.

Large-scale demonstrations connected to Nakba Day will cause disruptions in city centers worldwide on May 15. Nakba commemorates the displacements of Palestinians by Israelis following the war in 1948. Protests usually take place in city centers. Counter demonstrations are likely and authorities in various cities have announce heightened security presence. These protests vary in size but can reach significant numbers such as the hundreds of thousands who protested in London, United Kingdom, in 2025.

The British Grand Prix will take place at the Silverstone Circuit in Towcester, United Kingdom, from July 3-5.

The British Grand Prix will take place at the Silverstone Circuit, in Towcester United Kingdom, from July 3 to July 5, and is expected to cause road closures and delays. The British Grand Prix draws over 500,000 visitors annually, resulting in increased traffic causing delays and pressure on bus services to Towcester, surrounding villages and towns. Heightened security will be present around the circuit. Authorities recommend getting to the Silverstone Circuit using the dedicated shuttles services..

One dead and 13 injured following a shooting at the Teotihuacán Pyramids in Mexico on April 20; expect heightened security.

A gunman has opened fire at the Teotihuacan Pyramids on April 20. The armed individual opened fire from the top of the Pyramid of the Moon resulting in one death and 13 injured. Authorities assess the attack is a lone-actor incident. The incident is no longer active following the perpetrator’s self – inflicted gunshot wounds. Security forces, including police and the National Guard have responded and confirmed the site has been secured and under control.

Nurses will strike nationwide in Zimbabwe April 15–17, disrupting healthcare services and limiting access to non-emergency care.

Healthcare workers affiliated with the Zimbabwe Nurses Association will strike April 15-17 due to ongoing grievances over low wages, poor working conditions, and resource shortages in the public health sector. The strike is expected to disrupt routine and outpatient services, though critical and emergency care will remain operational. Patients may experience longer wait times and limited service availability.

Primary care doctors will strike on April 9 and April 23 in Galicia, Spain; anticipate disruptions to healthcare services.

Primary care doctors have organized the strikes for April 9 and April 23. The doctors are affiliated with the Galician Inter-Union Confederation-Health. The stoppages will impact all primary care centers in Galicia, including appointments and procedures. The strikes are part of an ongoing campaign where doctors are demanding a maximum of 30 patients per day, along with hiring additional staff. Emergency rooms will still operate during these stoppages.

Public sector employees in Santa Fe, Argentina will strike for 72 hours on April 8-10; expect disruptions to multiple services.

Public sector employees will strike for 72 hours on April 8-10. The strike will disrupt municipal-level services, including healthcare, public transport and administrative offices. Federation of Municipal Workers’ Unions of Santa Fe (FESTRAM) organized the strike to demand higher wages and denounce the provincial government’s lack of commitment during collective bargaining negotiations. No demonstrations have been announced in conjunction with the strike.

Travel and transport disruption are expected in Óbidos, Portugal from March 29 to April 5 for Holy Week.

Holy Week in Óbidos will cause travel delays and road closures with multiple events and processions starting March 29 through to April 5. Holy Week is one of the largest historical events in Óbidos and attracts a large number of tourists every year. Many locals will be out of office throughout the week. Expect a variation in regular business hours, public transportation, road closures and traffic.

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