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Americans warned to avoid crowds in major city amid police operation
New York Post • • world
Key Points:
- The U.S. Embassy in Dublin has issued a security alert for Americans due to a major security operation and protests surrounding two European leaders' summits scheduled for Nov. 10-11, 2026.
- Approximately 50 European leaders are expected to attend the ninth European Political Community summit and an informal European Council meeting under Ireland’s EU presidency, prompting Ireland's largest-ever policing operation.
- Protests, including demonstrators carrying Palestinian flags, have already occurred in central Dublin, leading to security cordons, road closures, and transportation disruptions around key locations such as the Convention Centre Dublin, Dublin Castle, and the National Gallery.
- A potential 24-hour public-sector strike on Thursday may further disrupt government services, schools, and tourist attractions, with the embassy advising Americans to avoid large crowds, allow extra travel time, and monitor local updates.
- This alert follows similar U.S. warnings for travelers in Europe, including recent advisories about protests and disruptions in France.
