Supporters of Catalan rapper Pablo Hasel protest in Barcelona
A police van burns during a protest in support of rap singer Pablo Hasel after he was given a jail sentence on charges of glorifying terrorism and insulting royalty in his songs, in Barcelona.
Police investigate possible role of foreigners in Barcelona riots
Business organizations and police unions have demanded a firmer government action against the riots.
Supporters of Catalan rapper Pablo Hasel protest in Barcelona
Supporters of Catalan rapper Pablo Hasel protest in Barcelona.
No voice, no job Protests over jailed rapper lay bare young Spaniards' frustrations
Hasel's imprisonment has also served to channel growing frustrations over a range of other issues.
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Clashes between protesters and riot police.
There were some clashes between protesters and riot police, with images showing rubbish bins on fire, looted shops and objects thrown at officers trying to disperse the crowd, sometimes using batons and foam projectiles.
Thousands take to Barcelona's streets to demand release of arrested rapper
News images showed thousands of people marching on some of Barcelona's main streets, shouting "Freedom for Pablo Hasel".
Spanish police storm university, arrest rapper convicted in free speech case
He had had until last Friday to hand himself over to the police to serve a nine-month sentence.
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