And if there is a square of people in the open air

During a protest in Lisbon, demonstrators sang peacefully before police intervened with force. Despite calls from politicians for restraint, the police declared the gathering illegal and moved to disperse the crowd. Tensions escalated as protesters attempted to defend themselves, leading to clashes and arrests. Journalists reported police aggression, including against media personnel. Medical teams were obstructed from reaching injured individuals, raising concerns about the treatment of protesters and the legality of police actions. The situation highlighted ongoing tensions between demonstrators and law enforcement, with calls for accountability and protection of democratic rights.