The US Embassy in Rome issued an alert on March 14, 2026, for a planned demonstration in the city, with media linking it to opposition against US strikes on Iran and support for Palestinian causes. The event coincides with Al-Quds Day observances globally amid the 14-day-old war entering its third week. US officials urge citizens to avoid the area due to potential disruptions and violence, reflecting waning domestic tolerance for prolonged conflict. Italian authorities expect thousands of participants protesting American foreign policy.