Protesters vandalized in Spain, the situation calmed in Italy

In Barcelona, 128 individuals were detained, including 73 minors, due to vandalism and looting during protests. The police reported 15 officers injured, with one hit by a stone. The protests were mobilized primarily through TikTok, and authorities are investigating potential organizers, noting similarities to recent unrest in France and Italy. While protests occurred across Europe, violence was less severe than previous weeks. Catalonia's president condemned the violence, emphasizing that democratic rights do not justify aggression. In Italy, protests were largely peaceful, with some clashes in Turin and Bologna. The Italian authorities reported identifying over 4,000 individuals during demonstrations, with some arrests made. Russian President Putin commented on the unrest, suggesting European leaders are deflecting blame for their failures.