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Neonazi festival gathers hundreds of participants from various countries in Póvoa de Varzim

A music festival organized by the Portuguese branch of the white supremacist group Blood & Honour, known as 'Masters of the Sea', is taking place in Póvoa de Varzim this weekend, 31 October to 2 November. The event, which relies on clandestine logistics and encrypted communication for ticket holders, has drawn approximately 300 participants from across Europe, prompting concerns among local residents and police intervention.

Why it matters

This event brings individuals associated with white supremacist groups to a local area, which may affect residents' sense of safety and community; as an immigrant or member of a minority group, be aware that this event is a gathering of extremist elements currently occurring in the region.

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