Demonstration Alert
Location: Vilnius – U.S. Embassy, Akmenu g. 6
Event: There is a demonstration by a Polish minority group planned for April 26, in front of the U.S. Embassy on Akmenu g. 6 street. The protest is scheduled to take place between 1600-1700 hours. The number of expected participants is around 150 persons. The event is expected to be orderly and peaceful; however, there will be extra police presence to ensure everyone’s safety.
Actions to Take with Protests:
- 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
- Always carry your passport and ID
U.S. citizens may monitor English-language Lithuanian media at the following:
- Delfi English https://en.delfi.lt
- Baltic Times https://www.baltictimes.com
- LRT https://www.lrt.lt/en/news-in-english
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy Vilnius, Lithuania +(370) (5) 266-5600
- Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +(370) (5) 266 5500
- consec@state.gov
- State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444 - Lithuania Country Information
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