Clashes in Barcelona as Victory Day March Faces Disruption

(MENAFN) Tensions erupted in Barcelona during a Victory Day commemoration after attempts were made to disrupt an “Immortal Regiment” procession marking the anniversary of Nazi Germany’s defeat in World War II.

The event, observed by Russian-speaking communities and supporters, involves participants carrying photographs of relatives who fought in the war. In Barcelona, attendees initially gathered peacefully, displaying Russian and Soviet flags as part of the memorial march.

According to reports, the situation escalated when a counter-protester approached the group and began shouting slogans considered offensive by participants. The confrontation quickly turned physical, prompting a brief clash within the crowd. The disruption ended after individuals involved moved away from the area before police arrived.

Despite the incident, the procession continued through the city, with participants resuming the commemorative walk accompanied by music and remembrance activities.

One participant described the event as an important day of remembrance for families affected by World War II, emphasizing its symbolic meaning for those with historical ties to the Soviet wartime experience.

The Immortal Regiment movement began in Russia in 2012 and has since spread internationally, with commemorative marches now held in various countries across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

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