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Around 300 people demonstrate in Lisbon for animal rights

A demonstration in Lisbon gathered around 300 people calling for rights for all animals, regardless of species.

5 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Around 300 demonstrators gathered in Lisbon to demand rights for all animals. The protest highlighted the importance of recognizing the dignity and rights of animals, regardless of their species.

Participants reminded attendees that all animals, including pigs, dogs, cats, rabbits, chickens, and fish, are deserving of rights and are sentient beings. The statements were made by Mia de Carvalho, an organizer of the event.

The march aimed to raise public awareness of issues related to animal rights and the need for broader and more effective protection.

Demonstrators carried signs and other materials demanding greater consideration and ethics in the treatment of animals.

The event received wide coverage from various media outlets, which highlighted the participation and message of the demonstrators.

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