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Protest planned for 23 November by hospitality sector workers against COVID-19 restrictions. The participants will be gathering at 15:00 local time at Place de Verdun. This event is expected to pass off peacefully but could cause travel disruptions.

Yellow vest organizers plan to stage a protest in Paris on 20 November. Participants are expected to gather in front of Place du Président Edouard Herriot at 14:00 local time. Recent yellow vest protests have resulted in clashes between police and demonstrators. It is highly likely tear-gas will be used to disperse crowds.

Currently, on 17 November, members should avoid the vicinity of Avenue de France due to unruly protests by striking trash collectors and members of the “Yellow Vests” movement. Participants have blockaded the avenue between Rue Neuve Tolbiac and Rue Thomas Mann with burning objects. Heightened security is expected.

As of 16 November, Australian officials have eased domestic COVID restrictions. The 6-phased approach will remain in place, but seated venues will need to stay at a maximum of 60% of full capacity. The two-square-meter rule is still in effect. Restrictions on large social gatherings and social distancing will remain in effect.

There is an ongoing security operation on 12 November in the Normandy region. Members should avoid the vicinity of Rue Pablo Neruda in the coming hours due to a shooting incident. At least one person has been injured and taken to the hospital. The police have yet to apprehend the perpetrator, and the motive behind the shooting is unknown. Expect a heightened security presence.