Location:
- Ostiense Neighborhood, Rome, Italy
- City Center, Rome, Italy
Events:
- On Friday, October 3, at 11:00 a.m., a demonstration is scheduled to occur at Piazza dei Cinquecento (near Termini Train Station). Police expect approximately 70,000 participants. Demonstrators may march from Termini Train Station to the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transportation (near Porta Pia).
- On Saturday, October 4, at 2:30 p.m., a demonstration is scheduled to occur in the Ostiense neighborhood of Rome at Porta San Paolo. The demonstrators are expected to gather at Porta San Paolo at 2:30 p.m. and march to Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano. Police expect approximately 20,000 participants and a significant law enforcement presence.
- There may also be transportation or general strikes, meetings, sit-ins, and/or unannounced demonstrations across the country around this time period.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid the area and exercise caution on the date of the demonstration.
- Utilize good situational awareness, maintain control of personal belongings, and attempt to leave any affected areas immediately.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Monitor the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport website for the most up-to-date information on strikes.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Rome, Italy
+39 06-46741
USCitizensRome@state.gov
U.S. Consulate General Florence, Italy
+39 055-266-951
USCitizensFlorence@state.gov
U.S. Consulate General Milan, Italy
+39 02-290-351
USCitizensMilan@state.gov
U.S. Consulate General Naples, Italy
+39 081-583-8111
USCitizensNaples@state.gov
https://it.usembassy.gov/ – U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Italy
State Department – Consular Affairs 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
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