On 11 July 2020, the U.S. Embassy in Sofia issued a Security Alert, which reads in part as follows:
“Various political groups are currently protesting and counter-protesting in and around the Council of Ministers. It is anticipated that recurring protests and counter-protests in the area will continue until at least July 16, 2020.
“U.S. citizens are recommended to avoid the areas impacted by ongoing protest activity at and around the Council of Ministers on Saturday, July 11, 2020, which are likely to continue until at least 11pm. For the July 11th protests, a sizeable number of participants are expected, to include counter-protest groups, and there is a possibility of violence. Protest groups may also attempt to march to Eagles Bridge and the Palace of Justice. Road closures and a significant police presence around the Council of Ministers will lead to heavier than normal traffic delays throughout downtown Sofia area until at least July 16, 2020. Please note that road closures and protest locations can change.”
The full text of the alert can be found here.
