Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria

Event 1: A counter protest on Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 12:00 pm, to counter the Lukov March in the evening.
Location 1: Meeting at “Tsentralna Banya” Park and proceeding to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, downtown Sofia.

Event 2: A protest on Saturday, February 17, 2018 between 5:30 pm and 8:30 pm. This will be the annual Lukov March.
Location 2: Meeting at “Sveta Nedelya” Square proceeding to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, downtown Sofia.

U.S. government personnel are advised to avoid this area during the late afternoon and evening hours.

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. Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria

+359 (2) 937-5100
 +359 (2) 937-5101 (after hours)
USCitizensSofia@state.gov
 https://bg.usembasssy.gov