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Demonstration Alert: Budapest (Hungary), Protest Expected on September 15, 17:00-20:30

Location: Downtown Budapest

 

Event: The U.S. Embassy would like to inform you of the following demonstration taking place today.

 

Date/Time: September 15, 17:00 – 20:30

Route: II. Elvis Presley tér – Margit híd – Balassi Bálint utca – Kossuth Lajos tér (static demonstration from 18:15 to 18:45) – Antall József rakpart – Lánchíd – Alagút utca – Attila utca

Organizer: Unified Students’ Front, Fridays For Future Hungary

Purpose: Demonstration for education reforms and to raise attention to the climate crisis.

 

Number of expected participants, as reported by the organizer: 5000

 

 

Actions to Take:

  • Avoid large crowds and areas where demonstrators are gathering.
  • Monitor local media for updates.
  • Comply with directions from local authorities.

 

For Assistance:

U.S. Embassy Budapest, Hungary

American Citizens Services Unit: ACS.Budapest@state.gov

https://hu.usembassy.gov

 

State Department – Consular Affairs

888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444

 

Hungary Country Information

 

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