Nathan Thomas

Unrest will continue over the coming days in South Korea following the declaration and subsequent nullification of martial law.

Unrest will continue in the coming days, even as the South Korean Parliament voted to nullify President Yeol’s martial law declaration on December 3. Unrest will continue throughout the country, and clashes between protesters and authorities are almost certain. The declaration of martial law was announced amid protests demanding Yeol’s resignation from the presidency. The situation in the country may change with short notice. 

Over the coming weeks, unrest will continue in Tbilisi, Georgia, as demonstrators continue to gather throughout the city.

Following a heavily contested election, demonstrators continue to gather in protest of the newly elected Georgia Dream party’s decision to delay joining the EU. Over the coming weeks, severe unrest will continue throughout the city, including near the Georgian Parliament building. Clashes and violence between police and demonstrators will continue.

Through December 8, a shortage of aviation fuel will affect airports throughout Cuba, causing widespread travel disruptions.

A shortage of aviation fuel will affect airports across Cuba, including Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV), and Varadero Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport (VRA). Flight disruptions are almost certain, including delays and cancellations expected to affect both domestic and international flights. Delays and cancellations are likely in the days after December 8 as airlines work to normalize their schedules.

Widespread unrest is expected over the coming days in Georgia as protesters challenge the results of the recent parliamentary elections.

Protesters will gather over the coming days in Georgia, to challenge the results of the Georgian parliamentary election which analysts state had widespread irregularities. Widespread unrest is expected across the country, and Georgian President Zourabichvili has called for citizens to take to the streets in protest. Heightened security and disruptions should be expected in the coming days. 

Transportation workers will strike in the coming weeks in Peru, causing extensive public transportation disruptions.

Transportation workers plan to strike over the coming weeks in Peru to protest the lack of protections against violent crime and gang activity. Workers will strike nationwide on October 23 and will gather in Lima to march from Plaza dos de Mayo to the Peruvian Congress. Workers in other Peruvian cities also plan to strike on October 22 and October 31. Public transportation will be closed or inaccessible for the duration of each strike causing widespread disruptions. 

On October 20, protesters will gather in Tbilisi, Georgia to protest in support of European Union candidacy.

Protesters will gather in areas throughout Tbilisi beginning at 5:00 PM. Following these gatherings, protesters will begin marching towards Liberty Square at 7:00 PM. Protest organizers state that protesters are gathering in support of EU candidacy for Georgia with voting taking place on October 26. Clashes with police are likely. Police have stated that tear-gas and other means of crowd control will be used, likely posing threats to bystanders. 

Severe weather is expected in Switzerland through at least October 2.

A storm system will move through western Switzerland through at least October 2 producing heavy rain, flooding, and potential landslides. Flooding is expected to occur in low-lying regions as well as throughout urban centers including Geneva, Lausanne and Bern. Power outages are expected and disruptions will linger in the days following the storm. 

Severe weather is expected to cause disruptions in Thailand through at least September 29.

Severe wind and rain are expected to impact Thailand due to the intensification of the southwest monsoon through September 29. The entire country is affected but the northern provinces have seen the most severe impact, including flooding and landslides.  As of September 23, 35 deaths have been reported. Power outages are reported and evacuation orders have been issued throughout the country. 

On September 24, aviation workers will strike in Italy to demand higher wages and better working conditions.

Aviation workers intend to strike for 24 hours on September 24. Workers will strike in protest of low wages and limited workplace safety standards. The strike will affect major Italian airports and airlines including but not limited to: Rome (FCO), Milan (MXP), Venice (VCE), Olbia (OLB), easyJet (U2), and Air Dolomiti (EN). Travel disruptions can be expected across Italy for the duration of the strike and in the days thereafter. 

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