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Legislation in Turkey Affecting Bar Associations Spark Protests in Antalya, Izmir, and Istanbul on June 29

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / June 29, 2020 June 29, 2020

On June 29th and 30th, lawyers’ associations have planned to protest in multiple cities to denounce the proposed legislation that is to alter the structure of bar associations in Turkey. On June 29th, protests have been confirmed in Antalya, outside the Antalya Museum at 1700 Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), and in Izmir, a march from the Ismir Mar Association Building to Kibris Sehitleri Caddesi at 1900 GMT. On June 30th, a protest has been confirmed in Istanbul, outside the Istanbul Palace of Justice at 1230 GMT.

Upcoming Nationwide Strikes in Italy to Take Place in Rome on July 2

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / June 29, 2020 June 29, 2020

The Unione Sindacale di Base (USB) has called for health workers in the public and private sectors to strike nationwide on July 2. An associated protest is planned for Rome at Piazza di Montecitorio starting at 10:30 local time. The action was called to protest increased privatization, and budget and staff cuts in the healthcare sector, amid other grievances.

Protests and Counter-Protests Expected in Barcelona on June 27

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / June 26, 2020 June 26, 2020

Protests and counter-protests are planned over the removal of the Columbus Monument in Barcelona. Protests are set to occur on June 27 at 12:00 local time. High tension is expected between the groups leading to potential violence and inadvertent danger to bystanders. Security forces may attempt to enforce COVID-19 regulations and forcibly disperse crowds.

Hong Kong Annual Pro-Democracy March Scheduled for July 1

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / June 26, 2020 June 26, 2020

The annual pro-democracy march is scheduled to take place on 1 July. The march, which is unapproved by the police, will start off at Victoria Park at 1400 and move to Tim Mei Ave at 1500. The march is expected to have a large attendance. Violence is expected.

Severe Weather Impacting Areas Throughout Mexico Through June 28

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / June 26, 2020 June 26, 2020

Severe thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, strong winds, hail, tornadoes and flooding are expected to hit Mexico through June 28. Power outages, heavy flooding and landslides in low lying areas are highly likely. Floodwaters and debris may make transportation and infrastructure unreliable or unaccessible.