Tourists advised to avoid protests

The US embassy has issued a warning to US citizens advising that they avoid protests in Mexico City and Oaxaca. The election protests in Mexico City have been peaceful, even festive, but Oaxaca has been subject to increasing tension, with one protester killed on Friday. Tourists have not been targeted in either Mexico City or Oaxaca, but to avoid being in the wrong place at the wrong time, it is best to avoid crowds and protests should you decide to visit while these demonstrations continue.