Lisbon and Porto host silent vigils of the "mothers for the camp". Follow live

A group of jurists and professors in Portugal is advocating for a protest location near Rossio that maintains visibility for housing rights demonstrations. They emphasize the need for dialogue between the city council and protesters to find a suitable solution. The ongoing protests, which began in Porto and spread to Lisbon, demand changes to rental laws and affordable housing. Tensions have risen as the Lisbon mayor ordered the removal of tents from Rossio for a Christmas market, leading to clashes with police and multiple arrests. Activists continue to call for the reversal of new rental laws and protections against real estate funds. The situation remains fluid, with further assemblies planned and ongoing discussions about housing policies.