Serbia
21:08 - Expect, avoid further student-led anti-government protests in coming weeks; fresh gathering on 9 June in Belgrade
Expect further student-led anti-government demonstrations in urban centres over the coming weeks and avoid them as a precaution. A fresh gathering is due to be held on 9 June in the capital Belgrade. Participants will assemble from 11.52 (local time) outside the Government of Serbia building. Frequent countrywide protests have taken place following the November 2024 railway station disaster in Novi Sad (Vojovodina province), which killed 15 people. Associated gatherings outside government buildings and blockades of main roads are liable to occur at short notice.
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Bolivia
20:57 - Urban centres: Expect disruption over coming weeks due to demonstrations by supporters of former president
Expect disruption over the coming weeks in urban centres due to demonstrations by supporters of former president Evo Morales (in office 2006-19). Protesters have gathered several times since 16 May to demand Morales’s participation in the upcoming general election. Participants will gather daily in front of the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) building in the administrative capital La Paz (La Paz department). On 4 June, protesters announced indefinite roadblocks across the country, staging at least 33 blockades along major highways across Bolivia. Demonstrations are expected to continue until TSE’s announcement of official candidates on 6 June.
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Malawi
20:00 - Urban centres: Expect, avoid further protests in coming days over electoral issues
Expect and avoid further protests in urban centres in the coming days over electoral issues due to the risk of unrest. In the capital Lilongwe, demonstrators will stage a march on 11 June from the Crossroads Grounds to the Malawi Electoral Commission to demand changes to the electoral-management system. Additional gatherings are possible near the Masintha Ground on the day. This follows a related protest on 27 May in Mzuzu (Northern region), during which participants reportedly set tyres alight along the M1 roadway and vandalised properties near Katoto. In response, the authorities used tear gas to disperse crowds and arrested at least 17 people. Any further such disturbances would pose incidental risks to bystanders.
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France
20:00 - Paris: Plan journeys on 8 June bypassing protest
Plan journeys on 8 June in the capital Paris bypassing a protest as a precaution and to minimise delays. The event will mark the 12th anniversary of the killing of political activist Clement Meric. Participants will gather from 12.00 (local time) at Place de la Republique, and counter-demonstrations may occur nearby. Any scuffles between rival demonstrators or between protesters and the police would pose incidental risks to bystanders.
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United States
19:57 - Los Angeles: Expect disruption on 9 June at international airport due to political demonstration
Expect disruption on 9 June at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX, California state) due to a planned political demonstration. Several political groups have organised the event following the implementation of travel restrictions coming into effect that same day (see related alert). Participants will gather between 09.00 and 12.00 (local time) outside Terminal B. The protest should pass off peacefully, though traffic is likely to be affected.
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Bulgaria
19:08 - Varna: Plan journeys bypassing demonstration on 8 June
Plan journeys bypassing a scheduled demonstration on 8 June in Varna (Varna province). Participants will gather at 12.00 (local time) at Independence Square before marching through the city centre. The event has been called by the ultra-nationalist Vazrazhdane (Revival) party to oppose Bulgaria’s adoption of the euro as its national currency. Thousands of people are reportedly expected to attend the demonstration. Any ensuing disturbances, such as unruly behaviour or clashes between protesters and the police, would pose incidental risks to bystanders.
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Lithuania
18:33 - Vilnius: Expect disruption on 7 June during Pride parade, counter-demonstrations
Expect disruption in the capital Vilnius on 7 June during the annual Pride parade and two counter-demonstrations. Pride participants will gather from 13.00 (local time) at Barboros Radvilaites street and will proceed towards Gediminas Avenue, where the main parade will depart from. Counter-demonstrations are scheduled to be held from 12.00 at Cathedral Square and from 14.00 at the Monument to Grand Duke Gediminas. Any ensuing scuffles between rival activists would pose incidental risks to bystanders.
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Colombia
17:35 - Medellin: Avoid area near Universidad de Antioquia over coming hours amid reports of clashes
Avoid the area near Universidad de Antioquia in Medellin (Antioquia department) over the coming hours amid reports of clashes. According to local news sources, hooded individuals inside the university began a disturbance by throwing rocks against the police. In response, police forces reportedly used tear gas to disperse the crowd. The university was evacuated while the authorities have closed nearby Barranquilla Street as a precaution. More details are still emerging.
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United States
16:57 - New York City: Expect disruption on 8 June during planned parade
Expect disruption on 8 June during a planned parade in New York City (New York State). Participants will gather from 11.00 (local time) on 5th Avenue between 42nd Street and 79th Street to commemorate National Puerto Rican Day. The event is expected to be well attended and several nearby roads will be closed, disrupting nearby traffic.
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France
16:35 - Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes region: Exercise caution, expect weather-related disruption until 7 June
Exercise caution and expect weather-related disruption in the coming hours in the Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes region. Meteo-France has issued orange warnings (the middle on a three-tier scale) for severe thunderstorms in the Ain, Haute-Loire, Haute-Savoie, Isere, Loire, Rhone and Savoie departments, including the city of Lyon. These will be in effect until at least early on 7 June. Poor weather conditions may cause short-notice disruption to transport and essential services in affected areas.
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France
15:49 - Montargis, environs (Centre-Val de Loire region): Expect disruption on 9 June during planned political rally, counter-demonstrations
Expect disruption in Montargis and its environs (Centre-Val de Loire region) on 9 June during a planned political rally and associated counter-demonstrations. The Patriots for Europe political group will hold a major rally from 11.30 (all local times) in the commune of Mormant-sur-Vernisson. Around 5,000 participants, including National Rally leader Marine Le Pen and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, are expected to attend. Associated counter-demonstrations are also scheduled in Montargis from 10.30 at the sub-prefecture building, and in Amilly from 14.30. Clashes between rival activists, or between protesters and the police, are liable to occur.
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Dominican Republic
15:06 - Cibao region: Expect travel disruption on 9 June during strike by transport workers
Expect travel disruption in Cibao region on 9 June during a planned transport strike and plan journeys accordingly. Transport unions have called for the industrial action over unaddressed driver grievances related to public transport upgrades. Bus services between provinces and in urban centres, including Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago province), will be suspended from 06.00 (local time). Related demonstrations are likely to be well attended and will carry an underlying risk of unrest, posing incidental risks to bystanders.
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United States
14:55 - Midwest, Mountain West, Southwest regions: Exercise caution, expect weather-related disruption in coming hours
Exercise caution and expect weather-related disruption over the coming hours in the Midwest, Mountain West and Southwest regions. The National Weather Service (NWS) has assigned an ‘enhanced’ risk level (middle on a five-tier scale) for severe thunderstorms on 6 June in parts of south-eastern Colorado, south-western Kansas, eastern New Mexico, north-western Oklahoma and central-northern Texas states. Heavy rain, large hail, damaging winds and tornadoes are possible. Adverse weather conditions are liable to cause short-notice transport disruption as well as power outages.
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South Africa
14:26 - Northern Cape, Western Cape provinces: Exercise caution, expect weather-related disruption in coming days
Exercise caution and expect weather-related disruption in the coming days in Northern Cape and Western Cape provinces. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a yellow level 4 warning (indicating a low likelihood and significant impact) for disruptive rain in both provinces. SAWS has also warned of the associated risk of flooding and property damage in affected areas. The adverse weather warning will come into effect at 00.01 (local time) on 7 June and end at 23.00 on 8 June. Disruption to travel and essential services, including electricity and water, is possible. Reconfirm the feasibility of journeys before setting out.
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Mid East & N Africa
14:26 - Israel, Palestinian Territories: Monitor developments linked to Hamas-Israel hostilities (Revised)
Monitor developments linked to Hamas-Israel hostilities in the Gaza Strip (Palestinian Territories). On 18 March, Israel resumed airstrikes and ground operations in Gaza following a two-month ceasefire. Aerial attacks continue towards Israel from Gaza, Lebanon and by the Houthis from Yemen in response to these operations. We advise against all travel to Gaza and areas of Israel within four miles (7km) of its borders with Lebanon, Gaza and Syria. All travel to Israel and the Palestinian Territories should be subject to a comprehensive review.
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Argentina
13:56 - Santa Fe province: Expect disruption during indefinite demonstrations by unionised workers from 9 June
Expect disruption in Santa Fe province from 9 June during indefinite demonstrations by unionised workers. Members of the Federation of Municipal Workers’ Union of the Province of Santa Fe will hold three-hour protests daily as part of an industrial action over salary disputes. Provincial government buildings are likely flashpoints for rallies. The authorities will implement increased security measures around such events. Related gatherings will carry an underlying risk of unrest, posing incidental risks to bystanders.
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Philippines
12:40 - Metro Manila: Expect significant disruption during planned rallies on 9-11 June
Expect significant disruption over the coming days in Metro Manila due to planned rallies by pro-democracy groups. Tindig Pilipinas, a coalition of pro-democracy groups, announced rallies in Pasay city (Metro Manila) calling for the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. Marches from the Film Centre to the Senate office will be held from 09.30 (all times are local) on 9 June and from 13.00 on 11 June. Additionally, a protest will be held from 17.00 on 10 June at the Senate office. Further protests are expected ahead of the rescheduled impeachment trial on 11 June.
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Bangladesh
12:38 - Exercise caution, expect flood-related disruption over coming days
Exercise caution and expect flood-related disruption over the coming days, amid rising river levels. The Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre (FFWC) has issued severe flood (highest on a three-tier scale) alerts for Sylhet (Sylhet division) on 6 June and Khulna (Khulna division) on 7 June. Flood alerts (middle tier) are in effect for Sylhet on 7 June, Sunamganj (Sylhet) until 9 June, Gazipur (Dhaka division) on 7-9 June, Khulna on 8-9 June and Natore (Rajshahi division) on 9 June. Heavy rain in the north-east of neighbouring India (see related alert) has caused rivers flowing into Bangladesh to swell.
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Philippines
12:35 - Plan journeys accounting for weather-related disruption due to prevailing weather system, ongoing monsoon season (Revised)
Plan journeys accounting for weather-related disruption due to the prevailing weather system and ongoing monsoon season in the coming days. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has forecast rainfall of 1-3 inches (2.5cm-7.6cm) in Albay, Catanduanes, Northern Samar and Sorsogon provinces until 9 June due to a low pressure area. PAGASA has also forecast rainfall of 1-3 inches for Antique, Guimaras, Negros Oriental, Negros Occidental, Palawan, and Zamboanga del Norte provinces, Iolio city and Negors island due to the southwest monsoon (locally known as Habagat) until 8 June.
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United States
12:34 - Washington (DC): Expect disruption during pro-life demonstration on 7 June
Expect disruption during a pro-life demonstration in the capital Washington (DC) on 7 June. Participants will gather from 11.00 (local time) at 2112 F Street North-West before marching to Lafayette Square. Clashes between demonstrators, counter-demonstrators and the police are possible. Bystanders face incidental risk in the event of any unrest.
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India
12:20 - North-eastern states: Defer all travel to several districts until at least 9 June due to heavy rain, associated disruption (Revised)
Defer all travel to several districts in multiple north-eastern states until at least 9 June amid weather-related disruption, including flooding and landslides. Affected districts are in Arunachal Pradesh, Asom (Assam), Manipur, Mizoram and Sikkim states. Heavy rain and landslides have killed at least 50 people and affected around 700,000. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast that light to moderate rainfall, alongside spells of isolated heavy rainfall, will continue over north-eastern states until at least 13 June. Severe weather is liable to cause further infrastructural damage, power outages and transport disruption.
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Burundi
12:13 - Expect heightened security, monitor developments following legislative election
Expect heightened security countrywide and monitor developments following the 5 June legislative election. Reports indicate polling day passed off without significant incident, though opposition parties have alleged voting irregularities. The final results are due on 20 June, with the ruling National Council for the Defence of Democracy-Forces for the Defence of Democracy (CNDD-FDD) party almost certain to win. We do not expect a significant change in the security environment. However, in-country workforce should stand fast in a secure location until further notice if there is a sudden and unexpected deterioration.
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Canada
12:10 - Montreal: Expect travel disruption from 9-17 June during transport strike
Expect travel disruption in Montreal (Quebec province) from 9-17 June during a planned transport strike, and plan journeys accordingly. The Montreal Transit Corporation (STM) has called for the industrial action over employee benefits and work standards. Metro and bus services will be reduced on 9-11 and 16-17 June. Full service will resume on 13-15 June during the Formula One Canadian Grand Prix motor race. Expect a heightened demand for alternative forms of transport during strike days.
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South Korea
06:45 - Ulsan: Expect transport disruption from 7 June due to indefinite strike by bus union
Expect transport disruption from 7 June in Ulsan due to an indefinite strike by members of the Ulsan Bus Union. The industrial action follows a breakdown in wage negotiations between the union and the Ulsan Bus Transportation Association. The strike is expected to disrupt around 80% of bus routes in the city from 04.00 (local time). Expect a heightened demand for taxis; there is no subway system serving the city. Local authorities are reportedly planning measures such as lifting parking fees in public carparks.
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Indonesia
05:12 - Exercise caution, expect weather-related disruption in coming days (Revised)
Exercise caution and expect weather-related disruption across the countryoverthe coming days. The Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysical Agency (BMKG) has issued warnings for moderate-to-heavy rain for most of the country andheavy-to-very-heavy rain for Aceh and West Sulawesi provincesuntil at least 8 June. Such conditions may lead to flooding, landslides, short-notice travel disruption and power outages. Plan journeys accordingly and follow all official directives.
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Thailand
05:02 - Chong Bok (Ubon Ratchathani province): Monitor developments over coming days amid border tensions
Monitor developments over the coming days in Chong Bok (Ubon Ratchathani province) amid ongoing border tensions between Cambodia and Thailand. On 28 May, Cambodian and Thai soldiers clashed along the disputed border area, which reportedly resulted in the death of one Cambodian soldier. A Joint Border Committee (JBC) meeting will be held between Cambodian and Thai officials on 14 June in Cambodia’s capital Phnom Penh over the tensions and demarcation issue along the border.
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Ireland
03:27 - Cork: Plan journeys bypassing anti-immigration demonstration, counter-protest on 7 June
Plan journeys bypassing an anti-immigration demonstration and an associated counter-protest on 7 June in Cork (County Cork). Participants will gather from 14.00 (all times local) along Grand Parade. Counter-protesters will gather from13.00at the same location. The events are likely to be well attended. Unrest and scuffles between rival participants and the police can occur, posing incidental risks to bystanders. Expect travel disruption and an increased police presence near the demonstration site.
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United States
03:16 - Oklahoma City (Oklahoma state): Expect disruption on 7 June during pro-life demonstration
Expect disruption in Oklahoma City (Oklahoma state) on 7 June during an anti-abortion ‘March for Life’ demonstration. Participants will gather from 10.30 (local time) at National Memorial before marching towards State Capitol. The event is likely to be well attended and there is potential for clashes between demonstrators, counter-demonstrators and the police. Bystanders face incidental risk in the event of any unrest.
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United States
02:54 - Las Vegas (Nevada state): Reconfirm flights, expect disruption at international airport due to adverse weather
Reconfirm flights and expect disruption at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas (Nevada state) over the coming hours due to adverse weather conditions. A ground delay remains in effect until at least 21.00 (local time) on 5 June due to thunderstorms. According to reports, at least eight flights have been cancelled and around 470 flights delayed. Expect residual delays at the airport even after weather conditions have improved as airlines attempt to clear the backlog of flights.
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Nepal
02:38 - Urban centres: Avoid nationwide pro-monarchy demonstrations, counter-demonstrations in coming days (Revised)
Avoid nationwide pro-monarchy demonstrations, counter-demonstrations and associated unrest across major urban centres in the coming days. The opposition Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) and several pro-monarchy groups are leading the open-ended demonstrations. Around 1,200 pro-monarchy participants gathered at Narayanchaur Park and Narayanhiti Palace Museum in the capital Kathmandu on 1 June to protest against Nepal’s republican system and Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s government. A former deputy prime minister, who is the RPP’s incumbent chairperson, was detained during the protests along with six others. Security has been heightened across urban centres, including in Kathmandu. Expect related disruption, plan journeys accordingly and follow official directives.
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Ukraine
02:32 - SPECIAL ADVISORY: Kyiv: Continue to follow official directives following airstrikes (Revised)
Continue to follow all official directives in the capital Kyiv over the coming hours following airstrikes. Russia fired missiles towards Kyiv overnight on 5-6 June, resulting in falling debris in Darnytskyi, Holosiivskyi, Solomyanskyi and Obolonskyi districts. According to reports, fires broke out in at least four buildings and at least three people were injured. The emergency services are responding to the affected areas.
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Mexico
02:03 - Mexico City: Expect residual disruption near labour union headquarters on Republica de Venezuela after fire following unrest
Expect residual disruption near the SNTE union headquarters on Republica de Venezuela in the capital Mexico City in the coming hours. Earlier on 5 June, demonstrators vandalised, looted and set fire to the building as part of an ongoing protest campaign by teachers (see related alert). Firefighters have since extinguished the fire but remain at the scene to carry out clean-up efforts. The authorities are continuing investigations into the incident and have called for non-violent protests. Further unrest remains possible in the area amid continued protests, posing incidental risks to bystanders. While movement in the area has resumed, road closures and traffic diversions may persist.
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Honduras
01:16 - Expect disruption in several departments over coming hours due to scheduled power outages (Revised)
Expect disruption in several departments over the coming hours due to scheduled power outages. The National Electric Energy Company (ENEE) has announced that outages on 6 June will affect Namasigue and Choluteca departments from 08.00 to 14.00 (all times local), as well as Guinope and Francisco Morazan departments from 09.00 to 15.00. These outages have been scheduled for infrastructure maintenance after nationwide unplanned power cuts caused widespread disruption in March. Disruption to travel and essential services, including telecommunications, is likely during the outages.
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Asia & the Pacific
01:08 - Urban centres: Expect localised during demonstrations linked to Middle East conflict
Expect localised disruption during demonstrations linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Pro-Palestinian rallies led by local activist groups regularly occur at major gathering points, transport hubs, public squares, government buildings and university campuses across major urban centres. Although such events have largely been peaceful, scuffles between rival demonstrators and the police may occur.
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Asia & the Pacific
01:04 - Expect heightened security, disruption around Eid al-Adha holiday on 6-7 June
Expect heightened security measures and travel disruption ahead of and during the Islamic holiday period of Eid al-Adha (‘Bakra Eid’, ‘Loy Akhtar’, ‘Hari Raya Haji’) on 6-7 June. The festival will be celebrated in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Maldives and Pakistan, as well as in countries with a sizeable Muslim population such as India, the Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka and Thailand. Exact dates may vary from country to country. Travel typically increases during the period, as does the risk of petty and opportunistic crime in crowded areas. Respect local religious and cultural sensitivities during the holiday period.
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United States
01:03 - Washington (DC): Expect disruption on 6 June during planned rally
Expect disruption during a scheduled rally on 6 June in the capital Washington (DC) and plan journeys accordingly. Participants will gather from 14.00 (local time) at the National Mall. According to local media, the event is being held to denounce planned cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs by President Donald Trump’s administration. Around 20,000 people are reportedly expected to attend. While the rally should pass off peacefully, it is liable to disrupt nearby traffic.
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New Zealand
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