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Police charges: Ministry of Internal Administration blames 'small fringe' of protesters; PS says 'no government can withstand the Prime Minister's lack of leadership'

Police used force against housing protests in Lisbon and Porto on the night of Saturday, 31 October. The President of the Republic has requested urgent clarifications from the Government and the Ombudsman following the events.

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If you are planning to attend or pass near ongoing housing protests, be aware that there is heightened tension and potential for police intervention in city centers.

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Video surveillance footage of police charge in Porto is a trump card for the Public Prosecutor's Office

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