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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.

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit (APEC) will be held in Bangkok, Thailand from November 14-19.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / November 10, 2022 November 10, 2022

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit (APEC) will be held in Bangkok, Thailand from November 14-19. There will be heightened security measures including checkpoints, surveillance, and military personnel. The summit, bringing hundreds of leaders from 21 countries, will be held at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center.

Avoid anti-government protests that are expected across Egypt on November 11; clashes with security forces are likely.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / November 8, 2022 November 8, 2022

Protests are expected across Egypt on November 11, during the UN’s COP27 Climate Summit. Activists will be opposing the alleged human rights abuses by the government. Officials have been restricting anti-government protests for weeks; dozens of people have been arrested in this time. The coming protests will be considered illegal gatherings. Clashes between security forces and protesters are therefore likely.

The Solidarity Against Disability Discrimination group will resume protests at subway stations in Seoul, South Korea from November 7 to 11.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / November 7, 2022 November 7, 2022

The Solidarity Against Disability Discrimination group will resume protests at subway stations in Seoul, South Korea from November 7 to 11. Potential delays and disruptions on Lines 4, 5, 8 and 9 will likely begin at 8:00 AM. Dongdaemun History & Culture Park, Yeouido, National Assembly, and Gangdong-gu Office stations will most likely be affected.

At least one person was killed and ten were injured in a bus explosion on November 6 in Tacurong City, Philippines.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / November 6, 2022 November 6, 2022

At least one person was killed and ten were injured in a bus explosion on November 6 in Tacurong City, Philippines. An improvised explosive device (IED) was placed inside the bus and was detonated at around 11:30 AM. The bus was operated by YBL Transportation Company. No group has yet claimed responsibility for the attack.

Protests will be held in Paris, France on November 5 at 4:00PM in response to a National Rally party gathering.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / November 5, 2022 November 5, 2022

A protest will be held in Paris, France on November 5 at 4:00PM; this is in response to a nearby National Rally party gathering. Protesters will gather at the Place Mohammed V to denounce the far-right National Rally group. Heightened security measures are expected. Clashes between protesters and National Rally members are possible; in such a case, this may lead to clashes between police forces and activists from both groups. Travel disruptions in the area are very likely.

Advisories

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.

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit (APEC) will be held in Bangkok, Thailand from November 14-19.

Avoid anti-government protests that are expected across Egypt on November 11; clashes with security forces are likely.

The Solidarity Against Disability Discrimination group will resume protests at subway stations in Seoul, South Korea from November 7 to 11.

At least one person was killed and ten were injured in a bus explosion on November 6 in Tacurong City, Philippines.

Protests will be held in Paris, France on November 5 at 4:00PM in response to a National Rally party gathering.

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