Advisories

A national ‘Trump Not Welcome’ demonstration will take place on September 17 at 2:00 PM in London.

On September 17, protesters organized by the Stop Trump Coalition will gather at Portland Place in London before marching to Parliament Square at 5:00 PM. Demonstrators oppose Trump’s state visit, citing his stance on climate change, foreign policy, and authoritarian politics. A similar demonstration on August 13 saw large crowds in attendance, referencing mass protests during Trump’s first term. Expect increased security and potential clashes between protesters and law enforcement.

Nationwide protests to take place across the Philippines between September 13 and 14 amid government flood control project corruption.

Anti-corruption protests were organized by civil society groups on September 13 and 14 in response to the government’s misuse of funds allotted for flood control projects. Many residents lost their homes due to floods in July. Protests previously took place on September 11 and 12, in which protesters defaced government buildings. Expect major travel disruptions in urban areas as well as heightened security near government buildings. 2,000 police officers will be deployed to control these demonstrations.

Doctors have begun a 5-day strike heavily impacting healthcare in Nigeria.

Doctors in Nigeria have begun a five day strike from September 12 to September 16. The Nigerian Association of Residential Doctors (NARD), representing approximately 40% of all in-country doctors, has called this strike primarily  in response to the government’s refusal to disperse owed funds. Similar strikes have had major impacts on Nigeria’s medical system.

“Block Everything” protests nationwide across France on September 10 will continue to cause disruptions and unrest over the coming hours.

Nationwide protests erupted across France on September 10. Protesters have blocked roads, tram lines, and reportedly assaulted police officers with various objects, prompting officers to use tear gas. The protests were organized by the “Block Everything” movement in response to former prime minister Francois Bayrou’s budget proposal. Staged marches and barricades will continue to cause significant disruptions in urban centers over the coming hours.

Violent “Gen Z” protests on September 8 in Nepal cause travel disruptions and security threats; expect flight disruptions

Protests over the government’s social media ban in Kathmandu, Nepal turned deadly after security forces opened fire on protesters, killing 19. In the following hours, protesters responded by attacking government buildings and politician homes with hand grenades and improvised incendiary devices. The Nepalese government has responded with military force to quiet the protests, locking down the border with India and shutting down all airports.

The hoax bomb threats on September 5 targeting sensitive locations in Mumbai, India have led to evacuations and a visible increase in security.

Hoax bomb threats in Mumbai on September 5 have led to evacuations and a visible increase in security around schools, transportation hubs, hospitals, and hotels. These incidents have caused evacuations and travel delays, despite no explosives being recovered. Further threats are likely amid the Hindu Ganeshotsav festival running through October, though these events are more likely to be hoaxes rather than actual attacks.

Pensioners will continue to protest on Wednesdays indefinitely at Plaza del Congreso in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Pensioners are continuing to protest President Javier Milei’s pension cuts and demanding improved benefits throughout 2025. Prior protests have turned violent, with authorities dispersing crowds using tear gas and batons. Labor unions and civic groups often join, with 24-48 hour strikes by judicial, educational, and healthcare workers. Demonstrations are expected to continue through and beyond the October 26 midterm elections.

The Federation of Free Trade Unions (FFTU) in education will protest in Bucharest, Romania, on September 8 making major travel disruptions expected.

30,000 protesters will rally at Victoriei Square on September 8 at 12:00 PM and march to Cotrocreni Palace in Bucharest. Demonstrations, ongoing since July over education reforms including larger class sizes and reduced overtime, have prompted a teacher boycott. Other nationwide protests are likely until Education Minister Daniel David holds an audience with union leaders. Victoriei Square and Cotrocreni Palace remain likely sites for further protests.

Air traffic control workers across France will go on strike from September 18 to 19, resulting in travel disruptions.

The Syndicat Majoritaire des Contoleurs Aeriens (SNCTA), France’s largest air traffic control union representing about 60% of all French air traffic control workers, will engage in a 24-hour strike from the morning of September 18 to the end of September 19. SNCTA is calling for increased wages as well as management reform. A similar strike by smaller unions on July 3 and 4 caused over one million passengers to be affected and thousands of flights to be canceled.

Mass protests will pop up in major Brazilian cities on September 7 causing disruptions and safety concerns.

Mass protests are expected in Brazil’s major cities on September 7. Protesters will voice their support for former president Jair Bolsonaro amid his trial for alleged involvement in a 2022 coup. The protests, coinciding with Brazil’s Independence Day, have a potential of turning violent and attracting counter protests.

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