Spain deploys police to counter urban sabotage

Authorities launch a major security operation in Madrid and Barcelona following 130 arrests linked to 'Blocus' urban sabotage calls.

Spanish authorities have launched a major security operation in Madrid and Barcelona to counter 'Blocus' urban sabotage calls. Following 130 arrests in Barcelona on 24 October, mostly involving minors, police are monitoring TikTok and Telegram channels.

The , , and regional executives are coordinating the response. In Madrid, 200 anti-riot officers will secure , while Barcelona's will perimeter commercial zones like Paseo de Gracia and the Ramblas.

This intervention follows the arrest of channel administrators in Valencia and Bellmunt d'Urgell for inciting violence. Regional President has guaranteed an institutional response to the vandalism, which emulates recent French student protests.


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