Question: 

What is the ruling on working security during a strike/protest? For example, the role could be to protect buildings, places, etc.

Answer:

Below are two general fatwas by Shaykh al-Uthaymeen pertaining to working as security. He mentions that if he has been directed by the security company that he works for to protect buildings and the safety of the people and to prevent chaos and so on, then it is permissible.

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AbdulFattaah bin Uthman
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