VOICED : Un cordon humano para rebajar las tensiones en Cataluna

The video covers the sixth day of protests in Barcelona against the sentencing of nine separatist leaders to prison for their role in the 2017 secession attempt. A human chain of protesters helped calm tensions during the demonstrations. Despite this, there were five nights of unrest resulting in 600 injuries and 300 arrests. Protests also occurred in San Sebastián and Madrid, with additional injuries reported. Catalan leader Quim Torra called for negotiations with Spanish President Pedro Sánchez, including the possibility of a self-determination referendum. The Spanish government limited dialogue to legal frameworks and demanded a clear condemnation of violence from the regional leader. Violent clashes in Catalonia led to over 180 injuries.

What was the main reason for the protests in Barcelona?

• Sentencing of separatist leaders

• Healthcare reforms

• Economic crisis

• Environmental issues

What action did the independence supporters take to calm the situation during the protests?

• Distributed flyers

• Organized a concert

• Formed a human chain

• Held a press conference

Which cities besides Barcelona experienced protests and clashes?

• Valencia and Seville

• San Sebastián and Madrid

• Granada and Malaga

• Bilbao and Zaragoza

What did Catalan leader Quim Torra demand from the Spanish government?

• Immediate independence

• Negotiations including a self-determination referendum

• A new economic plan

• More police presence

What was the Spanish government's stance on the dialogue with Catalan leaders?

• Focused on economic issues

• Open to all possibilities

• Limited to legal frameworks

• Supportive of independence