Honduras
23:48 - Tegucigalpa: Avoid area near National Congress building amid reports of unruly protest
Avoid the area near the National Congress building in the capital Tegucigalpa over the coming hours amid reports of an unruly protest. Earlier on 20 April, students from the National Autonomous University of Honduras gathered in front of the National Congress to protest reduced university funding. According to local media, the demonstration turned unruly when protesters began throwing stones at the security forces. Initial reports suggest the police have deployed tear gas and used live ammunition to disperse protesters. There are no confirmed casualties thus far. Details are still emerging.
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Asia & the Pacific
23:31 - Account for ongoing restoration works following passage of Typhoon Sinlaku, avoid coastal activities (Revised)
Account for ongoing relief and restoration works in Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands (both US) over the coming week following the passage of Typhoon Sinlaku. The weather system is currently located in the North Pacific Ocean and moving eastwards. While all weather warnings have been lifted, a high surf advisory and small craft advisory remain in effect in both territories. Hazardous marine conditions are expected to improve in the coming days. The authorities have begun damage assessments and restoration of power, water and telecommunication lines in affected areas. Motorists should remain cautious of non-functional traffic lights and blocked roads.
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Romania
22:00 - Bucharest: Expect disruption near Timisoara Boulevard due to ongoing fire at power station
Expect disruption near Timisoara Boulevard in the capital Bucharest over the coming hours due to an ongoing fire. Earlier on 20 April, two transformers of the C.E.T. West Power Station caught fire, causing a large mobilisation of emergency services. Local reports indicate fire-fighting operations are ongoing to contain and extinguish the active blazes. There have been no reports of casualties thus far, though local power outages have reportedly affected nearby residences. The cause of the blaze remains unknown.
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Mexico
21:19 - SPECIAL ADVISORY: Mexico state: Continue to avoid area near Zona Arqueologica de Teotihuacan amid security operation (Revised)
Continue to avoid the area near Zona Arqueologica de Teotihuacan (Mexico state) over the coming hours amid a security operation. According to the authorities, a gunman opened fire at the archaeological site at around 12.00 (local time) on 20 April. Two people were reportedly killed, including the suspected attacker from a self-inflicted wound, and at least six others were injured. The site was closed and evacuated, and a major security operation was launched in response to the incident. Investigations are still ongoing in the area, which remains cordoned off.
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Portugal
21:02 - Lisbon: Avoid demonstrations on 21 April linked to visit by Brazilian president
Avoid demonstrations in the capital Lisbon on 21 April linked to a visit by Brazilian president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. Supporters of Lula will gather from 12.30 (local time) outside the National Palace of Belem during his planned audience with President Antonio Jose Seguro. Meanwhile, members of the Chega political party intend to congregate near the same location to denounce Lula’s visit over alleged corruption. Localised scuffles between rival demonstrators or between demonstrators and the police are possible, posing incidental risks to bystanders.
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Myanmar
20:32 - Homalin (Sagaing region): Avoid Naung Pakyit area over coming hours amid port fire
Expect disruption near the Naung Pakyit area of Homalin (Sagaing region) over the coming hours due to a port fire, which broke out on an oil tanker earlier on 20 April. According to local sources, the fire has caused multiple casualties and damaged several vessels. Firefighting operations are reportedly ongoing. Follow all official directives and expect a heightened emergency service presence in the affected area over the coming hours.
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United States
17:44 - Pittsburgh: Expect heightened security, associated disruption on 23-25 April during sporting event
Expect heightened security and associated disruption in Pittsburgh (Pennsylvania state) on 23-25 April during a major sporting event. Up to 700,000 people are reportedly due to travel to Pittsburgh for the annual National Football League draft. The draft will take place outside Acrisure Stadium in the North Shore area. Other related events are scheduled to occur at Point State Park in downtown Pittsburgh. Some traffic restrictions will begin on 22 April, including the closure of the Roberto Clemente Bridge, the Andy Warhol Bridge and parts of Liberty and Penn avenues. Enhanced security measures, such as concrete barriers and restricted zones for fans, will be implemented for the draft.
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Romania
17:36 - Bucharest: Expect disruption on 22 April during protest by unionised workers outside Ministry of Energy
Expect disruption in the capital Bucharest on 22 April during a protest by unionised workers outside the Ministry of Energy. Demonstrators will gather to demand that the authorities either restart operations at the Azomures chemical plant in Targu Mures (Mures County), or provide job support for those affected by the plant’s closure. The exact time of the demonstration has not yet been announced. While the protest will likely pass off peacefully, it may disrupt traffic in the vicinity.
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Comoros
17:08 - Moroni: Expect disruption in coming days due to strike by fuel station workers, related fuel shortages
Expect disruption in the capital Moroni over the coming days due to an indefinite strike by fuel station workers. Since 18 April, only one fuel station has been in operation after staff at facilities elsewhere began a work stoppage to denounce the perceived monopoly of a fuel provider. This also comes amid supply shortages linked to the US-Israel-Iran conflict, which are expected to worsen in the capital as additional fuel imports are not expected until late April. Related demonstrations against the strike and current fuel shortages cannot be ruled out.
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Worldwide travel
16:38 - Sub-Saharan Africa: Monitor developments linked to potential fuel shortages, socio-economic impacts from Middle East conflict (Revised)
Monitor developments related to fuel supplies over the coming weeks in sub-Saharan Africa due to the impact of the conflict in the Middle East (see related alerts). Although fuel restrictions have not yet been imposed, sustained disruption from the conflict could prompt such measures in the short to medium term. Rising fuel costs may also exacerbate socio-economic pressures, increasing the likelihood of protests, industrial action and transport disruption. While our travel advice for sub-Saharan Africa remains unchanged, continued military activity in the Middle East is likely to have knock-on effects across the region, highlighting the need to stay abreast of associated developments.
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Ghana
16:36 - Northern region: Exercise caution, follow official directives amid nightly curfew in Gushegu, Karaga
Exercise caution and follow all official directives in Gushegu and Karaga districts (both Northern region) over the coming days amid an indefinite nightly curfew. The prohibitory measure is in place between 20.00 and 04.00 (local time) amid a perceived rise in security threats due to a local chieftaincy dispute. Transit along the N2 highway via Gushegu and R90 highway via Karaga may be impacted during these hours. Reconfirm the status of routes prior to setting out and expect a heightened security presence in both districts over the coming days.
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Botswana
15:49 - Gaborone: Plan journeys on 22 April bypassing teachers’ demonstration
Plan journeys in the capital Gaborone on 22 April bypassing a demonstration by teachers as a precaution. Education workers will congregate from 10.00 (local time) outside the Botswana Examinations Council (BEC) headquarters to demand the payment of outstanding bonuses. BEC officials have confirmed that only three representatives will be permitted to enter the facility. Attempts for additional demonstrators to access the premises are likely to be forcibly dispersed by the security forces.
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Congo (DRC)
15:39 - North, South Kivu provinces: Defer inbound travel until further notice due to ongoing conflict
Continue to defer all inbound travel to North Kivu and South Kivu provinces until further notice due to the ongoing conflict between the rebel March 23 (M23) group and the Congolese army (FARDC). Despite the signing of peace agreements brokered by the US and Qatar, the security situation remains volatile, and both sides have accused the other of repeated ceasefire violations. We do not expect the overall security environment of the region to improve over the coming months.
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Lebanon
15:34 - Heightened tensions, risk of ceasefire violations to persist despite Israel-Lebanon truce (Revised)
On 16 April, the US announced a ten-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. The ceasefire follows talks, which started on 14 April, between the two parties brokered by the US. While the agreement is between the governments of Israel and Lebanon, the primary purpose is to pause conflict between Israel and Hizbullah militants. Israel has stated that its forces will maintain presence in areas of southern Lebanon where they are currently deployed and that a six-mile (10-km) security buffer zone will remain in place during the ceasefire. Hizbullah said the ceasefire must be comprehensive across Lebanon and argued that Israel’s continued presence in Lebanon would justify resistance. Continue to defer all travel to Lebanon, as the ceasefire will remain fragile and likely prone to violations.
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Malaysia
15:16 - Kuala Lumpur, Selangor state: Expect disruption in coming days amid adverse weather, flash flooding; exercise caution
Expect disruption and exercise caution in the coming days in the capital Kuala Lumpur and Selangor state amid adverse weather and flash flooding. Thunderstorms on 20 April caused flooding in several areas, including Klang Valley and Shah Alam (both Selangor). Flooding was also reported in the capital’s Bangsar, Bukit Damansara and Taman Tun Dr Ismail areas. Floodwaters, mud and debris from the storms blocked traffic along multiple arterial routes. The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MET) has forecast further rain and thunderstorms in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor until at least 24 April. Additional rainfall is liable to exacerbate flooding conditions and result in short-notice disruption to transport and essential services.
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Europe & CIS
14:04 - Exercise vigilance due to increased risk of attacks linked to Middle East conflicts (Revised)
The risk of isolated and extremism-linked attacks in Europe increased amid the Israel-US military operation against Iran (see related alerts). Several incidents of targeted attacks have occurred across Europe in recent weeks. In response, some countries have enhanced security measures. Such measures are likely to be maintained in affected areas despite the two-week US-Iran ceasefire. Potential targets include Jewish places of worship, Israeli and US diplomatic missions, and critical infrastructure such as transport hubs. Business travellers and local nationals should remain vigilant over the coming weeks.
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Asia & the Pacific
13:28 - Travel within 16-30 miles of Cambodia-Thailand border can proceed with robust journey management (Revised)
Travel to HIGH-risk areas within 16-30 miles (25-50km) of the Cambodia-Thailand border can proceed with robust journey management planning. Both militaries have held their positions in the EXTREME-risk areas within 16 miles of the border, sustaining tensions in the contested areas. Despite routine accusations of ceasefire violations and territorial occupation, military-level clashes have not resumed. Thailand has declined Cambodia's request to conduct the long-delayed Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) meeting. However, Thailand has proposed having discussions during the ASEAN summit in May.Expect troops to show restraint in the use of military force, especially in civilian areas.
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Italy
12:05 - Calabria region: Expect disruption to rail services on 23 April during strike by unionised employees
Expect disruption to rail services across Calabria region on 23 April during a planned strike by unionised rail management staff from 10.00 until 17.59 (local time). The industrial action will affect regional and commuter rail services in Calabria. A minimum service will be guaranteed between 06.00 and 09.00 and between 18.00 and 21.00. Strike-related demonstrations may take place outside rail stations and other major transport hubs.
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Worldwide travel
11:32 - Regional tensions increasing ahead of US-Iran ceasefire deadline on 22 April, closely monitor developments
Regional tensions are increasing amid an escalation of incidents in the Strait of Hormuz, while a projected second round of US-Iran talks remains uncertain. A US delegation is due to arrive in Pakistan (see related alert) on 20 April for the mooted negotiations, which Iran has yet to confirm it will attend. Tensions surrounding the talks rose after the US on 19 April seized an Iranian-flagged vessel in the Gulf of Oman. Iran denounced this as a violation of its ceasefire with the US and vowed to respond. The future of this truce, which is due to expire on 22 April, is unclear. Continue to closely monitor regional developments via reliable sources.
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Fiji
11:23 - Exercise caution, expect weather-related disruption in coming hours
Exercise caution and expect weather-related disruption over the coming hours in the capital Suva and across the country. The Fiji Meteorological Service (FMS) has issued an orange heavy rain alert (lowest of a two-tier scale) across the Fiji island group until at least 10.30 (local time) on 21 April. This is due to an active trough of low pressure traversing the country. Inundated roads and reduced visibility are likely during this period. Plan necessary journeys accordingly.
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Nigeria
10:08 - Reconfirm domestic flights in coming weeks due to fuel shortages, potential suspension of operations
Reconfirm domestic flights in the coming weeks due to the potential nationwide suspension of operations amid fuel shortages and rising prices. The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has paused the planned suspension of domestic carriers, which was originally scheduled from 20 April. A decision will be made over the possible suspension following a meeting with government officials on 22 April. A suspension of operations remains possible if supply issues are not addressed and talks are unsuccessful. Delays and cancellations remain likely in the coming days as fuel shortages persist. Business travellers should consult their relevant travel provider regarding itineraries.
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New Zealand
09:29 - Wellington region: Exercise caution, expect disruption over coming days due to adverse weather
Exercise caution and expect disruption in Wellington region over the coming days due to adverse weather. The MetService has issued red warnings (highest on a three-tier scale) for heavy rain until 18.00 (local time) on 21 April. According to the authorities, expected flooding carries potential for a threat to life and a state of emergency has been imposed across the region. The likelihood of significant disruption is high following recent flooding in the region on 18 April, which caused road closures and evacuations. Emergency service operations are ongoing.
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Asia & the Pacific
07:51 - Australia, New Zealand, Pacific: Monitor developments linked to potential fuel shortages, socio-economic impacts from Middle East conflict (Revised)
Monitor developments related to fuel supplies over the coming weeks in Australia, New Zealand and Pacific countries due to the impact of an ongoing conflict in the Middle East (see related alerts). Expect rising fuel costs and potential supply issues to intensify socio-economic strain, increasing the possibility of transport disruption, strikes and protests. Aviation operations have been affected, with reduced capacity announced on some routes. Following failed talks between Iran and the US on 11-12 April (see related alert), an ongoing stalemate exists between Iran and the US. Uncertainty surrounding the security situation in the Middle East is likely to persist.
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Asia & the Pacific
07:46 - Monitor developments following recent missile launches by North Korea (Revised)
Monitor developments over the coming week following recent ballistic missile launches by North Korea. On 19 April, North Korea launched a barrage of ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan. This follows previous missile launches on 8 and 12 April, which included the firing of missiles from a recently built destroyer warship. North Korea has characterised the weapon tests as a demonstration of advanced military capabilities designed to expand its nuclear-capable force. Further military posturing is likely around the key anniversary date of 25 April.
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Japan
07:38 - Expect localised disruption over the coming weeks during planned pro-peace demonstrations
Expect localised disruption across urban centres over the coming weeks due to planned pro-peace demonstrations organised by civil society groups. Organisers have called the protests over several perceived issues, including planned revisions to the constitution, lethal arms exports and the ongoing Middle East conflict (see related alerts). Recent demonstrations in the capital Tokyo have gained momentum, yet gatherings in other urban centres remain smaller. While any upcoming events will likely be well-attended, we expect protests to pass off peaceful.
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Argentina
06:25 - Expect flight disruption, reconfirm schedules on 21 April during union-led strike
Expect flight disruption and reconfirm schedules on 21 April during a strike by unionised airport workers. Workers affiliated with the State Workers' Association (ATE) union have called the industrial action over salary-related disputes. Nationwide flight delays and cancellations are likely, including at Jorge Newbery International Airport (AEP) in the capital Buenos Aires. ATE has also announced a related protest and march in Buenos Aires on the same date. Participants will gather from 12.00 (local time) at the intersection of Avenido Costanera Rafael Obligado and Jeronimo Salguero before marching towards Jorge Newbery International Airport. Any related unrest would pose incidental risks to bystanders.
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Paraguay
04:10 - Urban centres: Account for disruption on 20-22 April during nationwide protests, blockades
Plan journeys in urban centres on 20-22 April accounting for disruption during demonstrations by indigenous rights supporters and civil society groups to denounce land dispossession and inequality. In the capital Asuncion, participants will gather from 09.00 (local time) on 20 April at Plaza Italia. Organisers have stated that they will hold blockades on key routes across 14 departments, including Alto Parana, Caaguazu, Central, Itapua and San Pedro. Gatherings deemed unruly or causing prolonged disruption are liable to be forcibly dispersed, posing incidental risks to bystanders.
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United States
01:33 - Iowa City (Iowa state): Expect residual disruption near Clinton, College streets following shooting
Expect residual disruption near the intersection of Clinton and College streets in Iowa City (Iowa state) over the coming hours following a shooting. The incident occurred near the University of Iowa earlier on 19 April. At least five people have been injured. The authorities have made no arrests thus far and investigations into the shooting are ongoing. Expect a heightened police presence in the affected area and follow all official directives.
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