Police forced to intervene after clashes with man who invaded protest with Israeli flag

Tensions escalated during a protest in Lisbon when a man brandishing an Israeli flag clashed with demonstrators, prompting police intervention. The incident occurred as protesters set up tents in Rossio Square. Following the confrontation, the metro station was closed. The Acampada de Lisboa movement, which has been advocating for housing crisis solutions, plans to stay overnight in the square. Despite police actions to dismantle tents, protesters voted to re-establish their presence. The protests, which began in Porto, have spread to other cities, demanding measures against rising living costs and corporate profits. Previous protests faced police violence, resulting in injuries and arrests.