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PSP arrests 13 protesters in Lisbon and Porto during demonstrations

The police intervention led to 13 arrests after protesters failed to disperse, while the President and Hugo Soares seek clarifications and solutions.

1 November 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Archive photo: PSP arrests 13 protesters in Lisbon and Porto during demonstrations — Archive photoPhoto: Eugenio Hansen, OFS · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

The Public Security Police (PSP) reported 13 arrests in the cities of Lisbon and Porto during a police intervention related to protests. The PSP's action took place when protesters refused to disperse following police warnings, resulting in clashes.

According to various reports, the PSP charged in during the early hours of Sunday morning. The police had previously indicated that they would not maintain an indefinite dialogue with the protesters involved in the sit-ins, leading to a tense and violent scenario in both cities.

The President called for detailed clarifications regarding the events during the demonstrations. This communication was made in response to the incidents that occurred in the early hours of the day and reflects a concern over the escalation of violence associated with the protests.

Hugo Soares, a political figure, also spoke out about the situation, stating that parties should "put aside selfish interests" and seek solutions to the housing crisis, one of the central issues of the protests.

The events early this morning were marked by a recurrence of violent scenes, with the PSP intervening to disperse the protesters. The tense atmosphere and clashes resulted in images widely shared on social media and in reports.

In addition to the arrests, protesters called for further demonstrations on Sunday afternoon at 5 PM, showcasing the continued mobilization around housing issues.

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