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A 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck Cianjur, Indonesia on November 21. Hundreds of people were killed; over a thousand were injured.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / November 22, 2022 November 22, 2022

A 5.6 magnitude earthquake occurred in Cianjur in West Java, Indonesia on November 21. The latest reports state that approximately 268 people have been killed in the disaster. Over 1,000 more people were injured, 58,000 were displaced, and 151 people are still missing. Landslides occurred after the earthquake, causing mass infrastructure damage. Widespread travel disruptions and power outages are expected throughout the vicinity for the coming days.

On November 22, labor groups are planning to protest in Buenos Aires, Argentina at 1:00 PM.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / November 21, 2022 November 21, 2022

A protest march is planned on November 22 at 1:00 PM in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Members of the Unidad Piquetera and Polo Obrero groups will gather at the intersection of 9 de Julio and Belgrano avenues and march to the Ministry of Labor, Employment, and Social Security.

Security operations occurred after an improvised bomb and two suspicious objects were discovered in Belfast, United Kingdom from November 17-18.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / November 19, 2022 November 19, 2022

Three suspected attacks have occurred in Belfast, United Kingdom. An improvised bomb detonated on a police vehicle in Strabane on November 17;1,000 people in the area were affected by the security alert. Further security operations took place after suspicious objects were found in Connswater Grove and Newtownards Roads on November 18. These alerts ended on November 19, though a heightened security presence will remain in these areas for the time being.

Avoid nationwide protests across Australia on November 19; clashes between protesters and police are expected.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / November 18, 2022 November 18, 2022

Nationwide protests will take place throughout Australia on November 19. Activists will demand the right to individual and economic freedom, as part of the WorldWide Rally for Freedom movement. The protests will be held by government buildings, city centers, and public squares; starting times will vary between 10:00AM and 3:00PM. Travel disruptions are expected. Heightened security measures are likely; clashes between police and protesters are anticipated.

Heavy rain has caused disruptions across England and eastern Scotland as of November 17.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / November 17, 2022 November 17, 2022

On November 17, heavy rain caused disruptions across England and eastern Scotland. The M23 in Sussex was closed, and there were traffic delays on the A27 motorway after over 20 vehicles were trapped. Rail services have also been affected. Flash floods and landslides are possible.

Protests and heightened security measures are expected in Brasilia, Brazil on November 15 following the election results.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / November 15, 2022 November 15, 2022

Protests are expected in Brasilia, Brazil on November 15. These demonstrations have been organized to denounce the election results that has made Luiz Inacio ‘Lula’ da Silva the new president of Brazil. Protesters will march along Via N1 and Via S1 to National Congress. Thousands are also likely to protest outside military installations across multiple urban centers. Heightened security measures are expected. Travel disruptions and clashes with security forces are possible.

Protests affiliated with Arise Ghana are planned from November 15-17 in Accra, Ghana.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / November 14, 2022 November 14, 2022

Arise Ghana is a group of anti-government activists that plan to protest in Accra, Ghana from November 15-17 to demand the resignation of President Nana Akufo-Addo. Participants intended to protest at Revolution Square; however, police have asked them to gather at Independence Square from 12:00-4:00 PM only.

An explosion occurred in Istanbul, Turkey at approximately 4:20 PM on November 13. Multiple people were killed, and there are at least 38 injuries.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / November 13, 2022 November 13, 2022

At least five people have died and 38 injured after an explosion at approximately 4:20 PM on Istiklal Street in Istanbul, Turkey. The cause of the explosion is currently unknown, and authorities have cordoned off the area as they investigate.

Thousands of environmental activists are holding protests throughout the United Kingdom as of November 12.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / November 12, 2022 November 12, 2022

Thousands of environmental activists are holding protests across the United Kingdom as of November 12. Activists are demanding government action against climate change. Protesters have been gathered in the following cities since 12:00PM: Bath; Belfast; Birmingham; Blackpool; Brighton; Bristol; Cardiff; Edinburgh; London; Newcastle-upon-Tyne; Sheffield; and Southampton. These protests have been peaceful, but are likely to cause travel disruptions.

Transport workers will hold an indefinite nationwide strike throughout Spain from November 14 onward.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / November 11, 2022 November 11, 2022

A nationwide strike by transport workers is planned to be held throughout Spain on November 14 indefinitely. The National Platform for Defense of the Transport Sector alleges that the government failed to honor union agreements on working conditions and wages. A previous strike in March lasted 20 days, which severely impacted both traffic and the economy. This strike is likely to cause similarly significant disruptions to both public transport and freight transport.

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A 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck Cianjur, Indonesia on November 21. Hundreds of people were killed; over a thousand were injured.

On November 22, labor groups are planning to protest in Buenos Aires, Argentina at 1:00 PM.

Security operations occurred after an improvised bomb and two suspicious objects were discovered in Belfast, United Kingdom from November 17-18.

Avoid nationwide protests across Australia on November 19; clashes between protesters and police are expected.

Heavy rain has caused disruptions across England and eastern Scotland as of November 17.

Protests and heightened security measures are expected in Brasilia, Brazil on November 15 following the election results.

Protests affiliated with Arise Ghana are planned from November 15-17 in Accra, Ghana.

An explosion occurred in Istanbul, Turkey at approximately 4:20 PM on November 13. Multiple people were killed, and there are at least 38 injuries.

Thousands of environmental activists are holding protests throughout the United Kingdom as of November 12.

Transport workers will hold an indefinite nationwide strike throughout Spain from November 14 onward.

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