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News18
23 minutes ago
- Politics
- News18
Why Did Far-Right Protesters And Migrants Clash In Spain?
Last Updated: Violent clashes in Torre-Pacheco, Spain, between far-right groups, residents, and North African migrants after an elderly man was attacked. Violent clashes broke out late Saturday between far-right groups, residents and North African migrants in a town in southeastern Spain following an attack on an elderly man by unknown assailants earlier in the week. Due to the clash, five people were hurt and one was arrested during the unrest in Torre-Pacheco, local officials told Reuters, in one of the worst such episodes in the country in recent decades. Although the town was quieter on Sunday, however, according to the government sources, more arrests were expected. Videos posted on social media showed men dressed in clothes bearing far-right symbols and migrants carrying Moroccan flags hurling objects at each other in Saturday night's violence, which followed several days of lower-intensity unrest. Tensions escalated between locals and migrants after an elderly man was attacked on Wednesday, sustaining injuries that he's recovering from at home. The motive behind the assault remains unclear. Mariola Guevara, the central government's representative in the area, told Spanish public TV the attack was being investigated. She also denounced 'hate speech" and 'incitement to violence," as far-right groups moved into the town, and said additional Guardia Civil officers would be deployed to deal with the violence. According to local government data, nearly a third of Torre-Pacheco's population is of foreign origin, US News reported. The area around the town in the Murcia region is also home to many migrants who work as agricultural day labourers, a key part of the local economy. Murcia's government had to backtrack on a proposal to buy housing to accommodate unaccompanied migrant minors less than two weeks ago, as the ruling conservative People's Party (PP) was threatened by far-right Vox, whose support the PP needs to pass laws. In 2000, El Ejido, a town in southern Spain's Almeria region, saw violent anti-immigration protests after three Spanish citizens were killed by Moroccan migrants. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : spain Location : Spain First Published: July 13, 2025, 21:16 IST
New Straits Times
6 hours ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Violent clashes erupt between far-right groups and migrants in Spanish town
MADRID: Violent clashes erupted between far-right groups, local residents and North African migrants in a town in southeastern Spain late on Saturday following an attack on an elderly man by unknown assailants earlier in the week. Five people were hurt and one was arrested during the unrest in Torre-Pacheco, local officials told Reuters, in one of the worst such episodes in the country in recent decades. The town was quieter on Sunday, but government sources said more arrests were expected. Videos posted on social media showed men dressed in clothes bearing far-right symbols and migrants carrying Moroccan flags hurling objects at each other in Saturday night's violence, which followed several days of lower intensity unrest. Tensions flared up between local residents and migrants after the elderly man was attacked in the street on Wednesday, causing injuries from which he is recovering at home. The reasons behind the assault are unclear and no one has been arrested. The central government's representative in the area, Mariola Guevara, told Spanish public TV the attack was being investigated. She also denounced "hate speech" and "incitement to violence," as far-right groups moved into the town, and said additional Guardia Civil officers would be deployed to deal with the violence. Nearly a third of Torre-Pacheco's population is of foreign origin, according to local government data. The area surrounding the town, which is located in the Murcia region, also hosts large numbers of migrants who work as day labourers in agriculture, one of the pillars of the regional economy. Less than two weeks ago, Murcia's government had to backtrack on a proposal to buy housing to accommodate unaccompanied migrant minors as the ruling conservative People's Party (PP) was threatened by far-right Vox, whose support the PP needs to pass laws. In 2000, violent anti-immigration protests broke out in the Almeria town of El Ejido in southern Spain after three Spanish citizens were killed by Moroccan migrants. — REUTERS
The Star
7 hours ago
- Politics
- The Star
Violent clashes erupt between far-right groups and migrants in Spanish town
MADRID (Reuters) -Violent clashes erupted between far-right groups, local residents and North African migrants in a town in southeastern Spain late on Saturday following an attack on an elderly man by unknown assailants earlier in the week. Five people were hurt and one was arrested during the unrest in Torre-Pacheco, local officials told Reuters, in one of the worst such episodes in the country in recent decades. The town was quieter on Sunday, but government sources said more arrests were expected. Videos posted on social media showed men dressed in clothes bearing far-right symbols and migrants carrying Moroccan flags hurling objects at each other in Saturday night's violence, which followed several days of lower intensity unrest. Tensions flared up between local residents and migrants after the elderly man was attacked in the street on Wednesday, causing injuries from which he is recovering at home. The reasons behind the assault are unclear and no one has been arrested. The central government's representative in the area, Mariola Guevara, told Spanish public TV the attack was being investigated. She also denounced "hate speech" and "incitement to violence," as far-right groups moved into the town, and said additional Guardia Civil officers would be deployed to deal with the violence. Nearly a third of Torre-Pacheco's population is of foreign origin, according to local government data. The area surrounding the town, which is located in the Murcia region, also hosts large numbers of migrants who work as day labourers in agriculture, one of the pillars of the regional economy. Less than two weeks ago, Murcia's government had to backtrack on a proposal to buy housing to accommodate unaccompanied migrant minors as the ruling conservative People's Party (PP) was threatened by far-right Vox, whose support the PP needs to pass laws. In 2000, violent anti-immigration protests broke out in the Almeria town of El Ejido in southern Spain after three Spanish citizens were killed by Moroccan migrants. (Reporting by Ana Cantero;Editing by Helen Popper)
Straits Times
7 hours ago
- Politics
- Straits Times
Violent clashes erupt between far-right groups and migrants in Spanish town
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox MADRID - Violent clashes erupted between far-right groups, local residents and North African migrants in a town in southeastern Spain late on Saturday following an attack on an elderly man by unknown assailants earlier in the week. Five people were hurt and one was arrested during the unrest in Torre-Pacheco, local officials told Reuters, in one of the worst such episodes in the country in recent decades. The town was quieter on Sunday, but government sources said more arrests were expected. Videos posted on social media showed men dressed in clothes bearing far-right symbols and migrants carrying Moroccan flags hurling objects at each other in Saturday night's violence, which followed several days of lower intensity unrest. Tensions flared up between local residents and migrants after the elderly man was attacked in the street on Wednesday, causing injuries from which he is recovering at home. The reasons behind the assault are unclear and no one has been arrested. The central government's representative in the area, Mariola Guevara, told Spanish public TV the attack was being investigated. She also denounced "hate speech" and "incitement to violence," as far-right groups moved into the town, and said additional Guardia Civil officers would be deployed to deal with the violence. Nearly a third of Torre-Pacheco's population is of foreign origin, according to local government data. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Govt will continue to support families, including growing group of seniors: PM Wong at PCF Family Day Singapore From Normal stream to Parliament: 3 Singapore politicians share their journeys Business 29 Jollibean workers get help from MOM, other agencies, over unpaid salaries Singapore Segregated recycling bins found to lower contamination rate as more spring up Asia Dr Mahathir resting in hospital after feeling fatigued during birthday gathering Singapore Government looking at enhancing laws around vaping to tackle issue of drug-laced vapes in Singapore Singapore Why the vape scourge in Singapore concerns everyone Singapore I lost my daughter to Kpod addiction: Father of 19-year-old shares heartbreak and lessons The area surrounding the town, which is located in the Murcia region, also hosts large numbers of migrants who work as day labourers in agriculture, one of the pillars of the regional economy. Less than two weeks ago, Murcia's government had to backtrack on a proposal to buy housing to accommodate unaccompanied migrant minors as the ruling conservative People's Party (PP) was threatened by far-right Vox, whose support the PP needs to pass laws. In 2000, violent anti-immigration protests broke out in the Almeria town of El Ejido in southern Spain after three Spanish citizens were killed by Moroccan migrants. REUTERS
Bangkok Post
2 days ago
- Politics
- Bangkok Post
Chaikasem says talk on PM role still 'premature'
Chaikasem Nitisiri, the sole remaining prime ministerial candidate from the ruling Pheu Thai Party, yesterday reaffirmed his readiness to take up the role of prime minister but said it was still too early to seriously consider the matter. He was responding to reporters' questions regarding ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra's recent remarks that there would not be a political deadlock and numerous options would still be on the table if the Constitutional Court rules against his daughter, suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, over a leaked phone call with Cambodia. Either Mr Chaikasem would be nominated for the role, or the House of Representatives would be dissolved, Thaksin said in comments marking the 55th anniversary of the Nation Group this week. Mr Chaikasem said there had been no discussions with Thaksin about stepping in and that such speculation was premature. Thaksin is touted as the de facto leader of Pheu Thai. Mr Chaikasem insisted he was in good health and was ready to serve the country while expressing confidence there would be no political impasse as the country has weathered multiple political storms. Ms Paetongtarn has been suspended pending a ruling on her call with Cambodia's Senate President Hun Sen during which she disrespected the Thai army. Sorawong Thienthong, secretary-general of Pheu Thai, said the party was hopeful Ms Paetongtarn, also the party leader, would be allowed to continue as premier. People's Party (PP) list-MP Rangsiman Rome urged all parties not to race into a deadlock, saying that dissolving the House to return the mandate to the public would be the best solution. He also criticised Thaksin for portraying the PP as "frightening", adding that what was truly frightening was running the country while thinking only of personal gain and staying above the law.
