AdvertisementProtesters ran riot and clashed with police in Barcelona tonight during a demonstration against the imprisonment of a prominent anti-establishment Spanish rapper who insulted the monarchy. An initially peaceful march descended into anarchy as packs splintered off and smashed shop windows, hurled Molotov cocktails and sent a police van up in flames. Police wielding batons and wearing heavy-duty riot gear were deployed to the rally and made at least 10 arrests. Earlier, some 2,000 people wearing face masks and carrying banners marched through the city to call for Hasel's release. Hasel's arrest has also highlighted the growing frustrations of many young Spaniards, from job insecurity to anger at Spain's political establishment.

Source: Daily Mail February 27, 2021 22:18 UTC