Spanish police lift protest at Portas do Sol square in Madrid

Spanish police intervened in a protest at Portas do Sol in Madrid, resulting in two arrests for disobedience. The operation involved 220 National Police and 180 Municipal Police officers, alongside firefighters and social services. The government described the police action as a last resort after the protest lost its initial purpose. While authorities reported no violence during the eviction, organizers claimed the police used pepper spray, causing injuries. The government emphasized that the right to assemble is not unlimited, noting that the protest had changed character after key organizations withdrew, leaving vulnerable individuals behind. The police stated that the action followed weeks of mediation and was prompted by criminal incidents at the camp.