Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy, Luxembourg
Saturday, April 20, 2024
Location:
Various locations in Luxembourg city, including in front of the U.S. Embassy in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
Events:
A protest in front of the U.S. Embassy is expected to take place this Saturday, April 20 at 2:30 p.m. The sit-in related to the Israel-Hamas conflict is expected to end no later than 4:00 p.m. U.S. citizens are advised to avoid the area and exercise caution in the vicinity. Local police will be present to monitor the demonstration. Historically in Luxembourg, gatherings of this type have been peaceful and orderly; however, demonstrations can quickly become unpredictable.
Similar protests may continue on a regular basis. Please continue to exercise caution and avoid the area of any demonstrations.
Also this weekend, from Saturday, April 20 to Sunday, April 21, a large walking and running event called the DKV Urban Trail will take place in Luxembourg City. Streets may be closed off in the Grund, around Cité Judiciare, and in other locations in/around the city center. For more information regarding the event and traffic route disruptions, see: https://dkv-urbantrail.lu/?lang=en or https://www.vdl.lu/en/getting-around/traffic-information/traffic-news
Actions to Take:
- Avoid the area of the demonstration
- Exercise caution if in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests
- Monitor local media for updates
- Keep a low profile
- Notify friends and family of your safety
Assistance:
United States Embassy
Consular Section
22, boulevard Emmanuel Servais
L- 2535 Luxembourg
Luxembourg
Phone: +352 4601 2300
e-mail: luxembourgconsular@state.gov
Website: https://lu.usembassy.gov/
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Consular Section, U.S. Embassy Luxembourg +352 46 01 23 13
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