Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Dublin, Ireland
March 7, 2019
Location 1: RTE Studios, Nutley Road, Dublin 4
Event 1: Reports indicate that a demonstration is planned for 12:30-2:00 pm Friday, March 8, 2019, outside the RTE Studios on Nutley Road in Dublin 4. The group intends to encourage the boycott of the winning Irish entry in the Eurovision 2019 contest in Tel Aviv, Israel later this year.
Location 2: Dublin City Center, Dublin 1
Event 2: Reports indicate that a second demonstration is planned for Saturday, March 9, 2019 from 2:00-4:00 pm in Dublin city center. The group intends to highlight the housing and homeless crisis across Ireland.
The exact duration of the demonstrations and number of participants are unknown.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid the areas around the U.S. Embassy Dublin
- Exercise caution if in the vicinity
- Monitor local media for updates
- Be aware of your surroundings
- Keep a low profile
- Notify friends and family of your safety
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy Dublin, Ireland
- +353 (1) 668-8777
- ACSDublin@state.gov
- https://ie.usembassy.gov/
- State Department – Consular Affairs
- 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
- Ireland Country Information
- Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates
- Follow the State Department on Facebook and Twitter
