UNITED STATES CONSULATE GENERAL
Amsterdam, February 14
The Dutch police have informed the U.S. Embassy in The Hague of a demonstration scheduled to take place at Plein, Lange Houtstraat, Lange Voorhout, Heulstraat, Noordeinde, Postzegelboom on Tuesday, February 14, 2017 from 11:30-14:30.
The demonstration is in opposition to the deportation of Faredzjualev Wagif. The Jojanneke Bertens organization is sponsoring this demonstration. The Dutch National Police will monitor the demonstration.
Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence. You should avoid areas of demonstrations, and exercise caution if in the vicinity of any large gatherings, protests, or demonstrations.
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