The PSP spokesperson stated that police intervened after protesters failed to comply with the set time for ending demonstrations. Authorities reported 31 arrests and 11 injuries across Lisbon and Porto, while protest organizers claim at least 57 people were injured.
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Following recent criticism from the President of the Republic regarding images of violence during protests in Lisbon and Porto, the Public Security Police (PSP) stated on social media that it prioritizes dialogue and mediation while protecting the right to protest. The statement also emphasizes that violence and aggression against police officers will not be tolerated.
Protesters gathered for an hour of silence in Lisbon's Praça dos Restauradores to demonstrate against police violence and advocate for housing rights, featuring placards and a choir.
The Bar Association has stated that police should not intervene as long as housing rights demonstrations remain peaceful, calling instead for dialogue.