EventIncreased security measures have been reported throughout Tripoli, including Martyr's Square, on Sept. 1 in response to possible protests against the possibility of normalizing relations with Israel. Should they occur, protests are likely near prominent government buildings and major thoroughfares. Heightened security is likely near all protest sites. Clashes between demonstrators and security personnel are possible if protesters are overly disruptive or engage in acts of public violence. ContextDisruptive protests were reported nationwide overnight Aug. 27-29, including in Tripoli, after Israel's Foreign Ministry announced that Libyan Foreign Minister Najla Mangoush had met with Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen in Italy.
