The Week Ahead: October 7, 2024

Date

Europe
  • Paris, France: Protest Advisory | On October 7 at 2:00 PM, protesters will gather at the Place de Republique in Paris, France. The protest is in response to the Israel-Hamas conflict and takes place on the anniversary of the Hamas attack on southern Israel. Travelers are advised to avoid all protests and demonstrations. Plan routes in advance and monitor local media for updates.
  • Leipzig, Germany: Protest Advisory | On October 7 at 6:00 PM, protesters will gather on Konradstraße in Leipzig, Germany. The protest is in response to the Israel-Hamas conflict and takes place on the anniversary of the Hamas attack on southern Israel. Travelers are advised to avoid all protests and demonstrations. Expect heightened security presence, plan routes in advance and monitor local media for updates.
  • Greece: Protest Advisory | On October 10, railway workers from the Panhellenic Union of Traction Personnel (PEPE) will strike nationwide in Greece for improved workplace safety. This action follows a near-collision on September 13, caused by a stationmaster placing two trains on the same track, and comes 18 months after Greece’s deadliest train crash. Travelers should confirm travel arrangements and expect travel delays. Monitor local media for updates.
  • Lyon, France: Protest Advisory | On October 12 at 3:00 PM, activists will demonstrate at Place Bellecour to denounce the Israel-Hamas conflict. Police presence and disruptions on roads and walkways are likely. Travelers are advised to avoid demonstrations and protest areas. Plan routes in advance and monitor local media for updates.
  • Piedmont, Italy: Travel Advisory | From 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM on October 13, railway workers will strike in Piedmont, Italy. The strike was organized to demand improved working conditions. Delays within this region are anticipated. A demonstration may also be held in conjunction. Travelers should prepare alternate travel itineraries as needed. 
Americas
  • Barbados, Caribbean: Health Advisory | On October 3, Barbados reported its first case of West Nile virus. Most infected individuals show no symptoms, but those who do typically experience headaches and fever, with the potential for severe illness and permanent brain damage. No vaccine is available. To prevent infection, avoid mosquito bites, and report any symptoms to clinics immediately. Stay informed through local news updates.
  • Brazil: Protest Advisory | Demonstrations will cause disruptions throughout Brazil in the buildup to elections on October 6. These disruptions can last until October 27 when runoff elections can take place. In addition to protests and demonstrations, the potential for political violence may arise, though there are no credible threats currently. Travelers are advised to avoid all protests. Travelers should maintain situational awareness and monitor local media for updates.
  • Mexico: Protest Advisory | On October 8, in Mexico, Aeroméxico pilots organized a strike to demand higher wages and improved working conditions for airline staff. Work stoppages and disturbances have not been confirmed but delays and cancellations are highly likely. Travelers are advised to confirm flights ahead of time and expect delays and cancellations. Travelers should monitor local media and news outlets to stay informed.
  • Canada: Protest Advisory | Rallies related to the Israel-Hamas conflict are expected to continue across major Canadian cities until at least mid-October, attracting hundreds to thousands of participants. Demonstrations will likely occur on college campuses and outside government buildings, with increased security due to past clashes. Some schools may also close during this period. Avoid the protest area and exercise caution. Follow directions from authorities and monitor local media for updates. 
  • Ecuador: Security Advisory | Ecuador will maintain a state of emergency until December 1 due to rising crime, resulting in curfews in El Oro, Orellana, Los Rios, Santa Elena, Camilo Ponce Enriquez, Guayas, and 20 other localities. Balao, Ponce Enriquez, and Duran will have curfews from 10:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Travelers should adhere to curfews, report suspicious behavior, expect increased security, carry identification, stay aware of their surroundings, and follow authorities’ instructions.  
Asia & Pacific
  • Dhaka, Bangladesh: Travel Advisory | Through October 14, the Dhaka Shahjalal International Airport in Bangladesh will temporarily be closed for runway maintenance from 1:00 AM-4:30 AM daily. These closures will cause flight delays and cancellations. Travelers are advised to confirm flight schedules before departure and plan for alternate transportation. Travelers should also monitor local news outlets and media to stay informed.
  • Taiwan: Travel Advisory | On October 2, 4, 6, and 10, there will be flight disruptions at Taoyuan International Airport in Taiwan. The disruptions are caused by military airshows. Flight delays are likely. Travelers flying in or out of this airport should reconfirm flight status and monitor local media for updates and advisories. 
  • New Delhi, India: Protest Advisory | On October 8 at 3:00 PM, activists will gather at the Jantar Mantar monument to denounce the conflict in the Middle East. Police presence and localized disruptions on roads and walkways are likely. Travelers are advised to avoid demonstrations and protest areas. Plan routes in advance and monitor local media for updates. 
  • Perth, Australia: Protest Advisory | On October 8 in Perth, Australia, Health Services Union of Western Australia will protest to demand better wages and working conditions for healthcare workers. Protesters will gather at Dumas House at 12:00 PM local time. Road disturbances and traffic are highly likely. Travelers are advised to avoid protest areas and plan alternate routes. Travelers should also monitor local media for updates.
  • Australia: Protest Advisory | Pro-Palestinian demonstrations related to the Israel-Hamas conflict are scheduled in Canberra on October 8, Sydney on October 10, and Brisbane on October 13, gathering at university campuses, government buildings, and transport hubs. While peaceful, expect travel disruptions and increased police presence. Plan your journeys accordingly, allow extra time, and follow local officials’ directives. Leave any demonstration if unrest occurs. 
Africa & Middle East
  • Middle East: Security Advisory | Since September 23, Israel has intensified military operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon, with expectations for continued conflict. Hezbollah and Iranian-backed groups have expanded their attacks, and both sides have vowed not to back down. Following Israel’s invasion of southern Lebanon, travelers are advised to exercise extreme caution in Middle Eastern countries. 
  • Accra, Ghana: Protest Advisory | Participants will gather in Accra, Ghana on October 8 beginning at 7:00 AM and march to the Ghanaian Supreme Court. Organizers of the protest support the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, which is an anti-LGBT piece of legislation. Travelers are advised to avoid the route of the protest. Do not engage with protesters. Monitor local media for the most up-to-date information. 
  • South Africa: Protest Advisory | Over the coming days, expect Pro-Palestine demonstrations in Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban, South Africa. Demonstrations should remain peaceful, but large crowds, heightened security, and traffic disruptions are likely. Travelers should avoid demonstration areas and plan alternate routes. Expect heightened security and leave the area if signs of unrest. Monitor local media for updates and advisories. 
  • Uganda: Health Advisory | Over the coming weeks, the risk of contracting Mpox will be elevated throughout Uganda. Since July 24, 41 cases of clade 1b have been reported. The virus spreads through contact with blood, bodily fluids, respiratory droplets, and lesions. Symptoms include rashes, fever, headaches, muscle aches, swollen lymph nodes, exhaustion, and chills. Travelers are advised to avoid close contact with sick individuals and contaminated surfaces. If a rash develops, seek medical care and limit contact with others. Avoid products from wild animals and monitor local media for updates.

Recent
Advisories

Over the coming week, activists will demonstrate across Europe to denounce the Israel-Hamas conflict and commemorate it’s 1-year anniversary.

Over the coming week, activists will gather in public squares, near government buildings, on roadways, and at transport hubs in cities across Europe to denounce the Israel-Hamas conflict. Presence of security forces will likely be heightened due to the significance of the October 7 anniversary. Disruptions to transport are likely and clashes between police and activists may take place at any demonstrations that materialize. Associated acts of terrorism are possible.

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