Jordan: Anti- military courts demonstrations to be staged after Friday midday prayers in Amman (April 5, 2012)

The Youth and Popular Coalition for change reiterated its rejection and condemnation of the harsh methods applied by the security apparatus in dealing with a peaceful sit-in which was held lately in solidarity with arrested activists from Tafila. The rally will commence at al-Husseini mosque following midday prayers under the slogan “No to the trial of civilians before military courts”. Based on previous events, such demonstrations have yet to witness a high turnout and the probability for violence remains relatively low unless regime loyalists decide to provocatively rally simultaneously. Larger crowds should be expected in case Islamists will join the rally.

While travel to Amman may continue as normal, we recommend avoiding the vicinity of designated protest until after it is over.  Read More>>