Europe

• Edinburgh, United Kingdom: Travel Advisory | Beginning on December 18, unionized airport workers will strike at Edinburgh airport. The strike is in response to pay disputes and is expected to last until January 6. Flight delays and cancellations are expected throughout the duration of the strike. Travelers are advised to monitor their flight conditions.
• Loon-Plage and Wormhout, France: Security Advisory | Over the coming days, heightened security is expected in the wake of multiple connected shootings that killed 5 people on December 14. Travelers should maintain situational awareness and obey all orders from law enforcement. Monitor local media for updates.
• Valencia, Spain: Protest Advisory | On December 17, protesters will demonstrate against a Ministry of Health decision. Protesters plan to gather at the Plaça de la Verge at 5:00 PM. Protesters should avoid the protest area and maintain situational awareness. Obey all commands from law enforcement and monitor local media for updates. 
• Greece: Weather Advisory | Through at least December 17, severe weather will impact most of Greece, including heavy rain and thunderstorms. Authorities have issued weather warnings for the coming days. Many low-lying areas may experience flooding, and evacuation orders may be issued as a result. Travelers should avoid unnecessary travel in affected areas.

Americas

• Argentina: Travel Advisory | On December 18, rail workers across Argentina will conduct a nationwide strike lasting 24 hours. The La Fraternidad union has called the strike to increase worker salaries. All train lines nationwide are expected to experience extensive delays. Travelers should monitor transport schedules for further information on specific disruptions.
• Ecuador: Security Advisory | Over the coming weeks, several areas across Ecuador will continue to experience power outages following severe droughts. Curfews and other travel restrictions are likely to be implemented. Security forces may be deployed while the power outages persist. Travelers can access the outage schedule on the Ecuadorian Ministry of Energy and Mines website.
• Mexico: Health Advisory | Over the coming weeks, several states across Mexico will continue to experience a dengue fever outbreak. While cases have been reported across the country, Jalisco, Nuevo Leon, and Veracruz are the most affected. Travelers should take all necessary precautions to avoid mosquito bites.
• South America: Disaster Advisory | Through the end of December, wildfires are expected to continue sporadically across South America. Dry conditions paired with hotter temperatures have led to more frequent wildfires. Affected areas will likely face localized travel disruptions. Travelers should monitor local travel conditions and avoid traveling in currently affected areas.

Asia & Pacific

• Indonesia: Protest Advisory | Through at least December 19, labor unions will hold protests to advocate for a minimum wage increase. Multiple gatherings will be held over the coming days, leading to heightened security presence across the country. Travelers should expect security checkpoints and road closures while these protests persist.
• Dhaka, Bangladesh: Protest Advisory | On December 21, political activists will gather at the Bangabandhu International Conference Center in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Security forces will likely monitor this gathering and disperse any disruptive crowds. This event will likely remain peaceful, although clashes are possible with opposing groups.
• South Korea: Protest Advisory | Following the declaration of martial law over South Korea by President Yoon Suk-Yeol, the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions has called for an indefinite strike. This strike will encompass multiple industries and cause extensive disruptions. It will likely last until the President resigns. Travelers are advised to avoid any demonstrations related to the strike.
• India: Protest Advisory | Over the coming days, farmers will protest at Haryana-Punjab border crossings. Protesters will likely attempt to march toward New Delhi, and violent clashes with police are possible. Avoid the NH-52 at the Khanauri border and the NH-44 at the Shambhu border. Do not engage with protesters or police and monitor local media for updates. 

Africa & Middle East

• Ghana: Health Advisory | Over the coming weeks, Ghana is expected to experience continued increases in dengue fever cases. The total number of cases this year has surpassed last year by nearly two thousand. Travelers should take all necessary precautions to avoid contact with mosquitos.
• Niger: Security Advisory | Over the coming weeks, heightened security is expected around the Niger-Benin oil pipeline. This comes in the wake of an attack on the pipeline on December 13. Travelers should avoid the pipeline when possible and maintain situational awareness. Monitor local media for updates. 
• Israel: Protest Advisory | Over the coming weeks, anti-government activists will likely protest across Israel. Protests will likely take place in public squares and near government buildings. Protesters have blocked roads in previous protests. Travelers should avoid all protests and obey commands from law enforcement. Monitor local media for updates. 
• Madagascar: Protest Advisory | Through late December, protesters will gather across Madagascar following recent election results. Heightened security presence is expected across the country, including road closures, curfews, and random searches. Travelers should avoid all protests and related gatherings.