Message: Notice for U.S. Citizens: Tens of Thousands to Rally Across Slovakia in Multiple Demonstrations
Location: Freedom Square - Hodzovo Square, Bratislava, other locations around Slovakia
Time: Nationwide protests organized by 'Peace for Ukraine'. Main Event, Thursday, April 24, 6.00 PM in Bratislava at Freedom Square - Hodzovo Square.
Event: On April 24-25, nationwide protests organized by 'Peace for Ukraine' are planned across Slovakia, with tens of thousands expected to participate. The main demonstration will take place in Bratislava on Thursday, April 24 at 6.00 PM - and feature a march from Freedom Square to Hodzovo Square. Expect traffic disruptions and street closures in central Bratislava along the protest route. Counterprotests may occur. Check local media for updates on demonstrations in your area.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid demonstrations, if possible;
- Be cautious of your surroundings and practice situational awareness at all times;
- Monitor local media for updates;
- Stay aware of spontaneous counter-protests;
- If altercations or violence occurs, remove yourself and any family/group members from the area immediately to a safe location (police officer, known public area, etc.);
- Set a predetermined time and location to meet with friends and family should you become separated.
Assistance:
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
- Contact the U.S. Embassy in Slovakia located at Hviezdoslavovo namestie 4 in Bratislava, at +421-2-5922-3000, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday. The after-hours emergency number for U.S. citizens is +421-903-703-666.
- To reach Consular Affairs in Washington, D.C., call 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
- Visit the webpage of the U.S. Embassy in Bratislava
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