Demonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General, Amsterdam (January 26, 2018)
Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following areas in Amsterdam, the Netherlands:
- Museumplein
- City Hall
Event: A demonstration and march by Koerdische Gemeenschap Amsterdam (Kurdish Community Amsterdam) is expected to take place on Saturday, January 27 between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. The march is scheduled to conclude on the Museumplein in the vicinity of the U.S. Consulate General and is expected to be peaceful.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid the areas of the demonstrations.
- Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Keep a low profile.
- Assistance:
U.S. Consulate General, Amsterdam
+31 (0) 20 575 5309
+31 (0) 70-310 2209 (after hours)
USCitizenServicesAms@state.gov
https://nl.usembassy.gov/ - State Department – – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444 - Netherlands Country Information
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