Location: Sofia University, downtown Sofia
- Main entrance of Sofia University at the junction of boulevards “Tsar Osvoboditel” and “Vasil Levski.”
Event: A protest on Thursday, February 15, 2018 between 4:30 pm and 6:30 pm. The protest is organized by the Lukov March organizers to take place during a human rights forum that will be held at the university.
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
- State Department – Consular Affairs
+1 888-407-4747 or +1 202-501-4444
- Bulgaria Country Information
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