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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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 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.
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. 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.