A group of violent individuals causes disturbances in downtown Barcelona after the general strike demonstration

Following a general strike demonstration in Barcelona, violent clashes erupted in the city center, leading to at least eight arrests. A group of hooded individuals attempted to break into various shops, including an Apple store, and engaged in confrontations with police, throwing objects and setting fires. The Mossos d'Esquadra deployed a significant police presence to control the situation and disperse the crowds. President Salvador Illa condemned the violence, emphasizing that it does not represent the peaceful protesters, while Interior Minister Núria Parlon stated that violence would not be tolerated.