A youth protest triggers riots in downtown Barcelona

A youth protest in Barcelona escalated into violence, with hundreds of young people causing damage to shops and public property. The Mossos d'Esquadra and Guàrdia Urbana deployed forces to control the situation, facing aggressive protesters dressed in black. Many businesses closed to prevent looting as disturbances began around 7 PM. The protest, organized via social media, aimed to mimic recent demonstrations in France. Despite attempts to maintain a peaceful protest, clashes occurred near the encampment for housing rights, leading to significant property damage and fires that required firefighters' intervention.