Location: Projected to start at the Freedom Monument, along Brivibas Street, Elizabates Street and finish at the Ministry of Defense and Esplanade in Riga.
Event: Demonstration and rally expected, if held, to take place on March 4, 2023, between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to protest plans to institute mandatory enlisted service into Latvia's Armed Forces.
Actions to Take:
· Avoid the areas of the demonstrations
· Exercise caution if in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests
· Monitor local media for updates
· Be aware of your surroundings
· Keep a low profile
· Notify friends and family of your safety
U.S. citizens may monitor English-language Latvian media at the following:
· LETA wire news service: @letanewsen, www.leta.lv/eng
Assistance:
· U.S. Embassy Riga, Latvia
+371 6710 7000
+371 6710 7000 (after hours)
askconsular-riga@state.gov
· State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
· Latvia Country Information
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