Portuguese police forces moved into Rossio Square in Lisbon early on Sunday to clear housing protest camps, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing dispute over accommodation rights.
Dozens of officers, some accompanied by police dogs, entered the central square to dismantle the encampments. The intervention took place in one of Lisbon’s most prominent public spaces, drawing immediate attention to the tensions surrounding the housing crisis in the capital.
The presence of police dogs alongside the uniformed officers underscored the scale of the operation deployed to address the unauthorized settlements. Rossio Square, a historic hub in the city center, has increasingly become a focal point for demonstrations related to social issues in Portugal.
While the specific demands of the protesters were not detailed in the immediate reports, the action highlights the growing friction between residents seeking shelter and local authorities managing public order in the city.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>